Alhaji Ibrahim Kabiru Masari, Presidential Adviser on Political Matters, has expressed skepticism about former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's chances of becoming Nigeria's President in 2027. Speaking in Dutse, Jigawa State, Masari described Atiku as a "joker" and urged Nigerians not to be swayed by his political activities. Masari's comments come as Atiku has been critical of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's economic policies and has announced his intention to challenge the President in the 2027 presidential election.
Masari's assertion that Atiku's desperation to return to power would not translate into victory at the polls was made in response to Atiku's recent criticism of President Tinubu's policies. Atiku has described some of the President's policies, including the removal of fuel subsidy and the closure of the country's borders, as anti-masses policies that have subjected Nigerians to hardship. The ADC presidential candidate has promised to reopen the borders and restore the fuel subsidy if elected President in 2027.
The Presidency and some APC chieftains have criticized Atiku's assertions, describing them as false promises that would not be fulfilled. Masari echoed these sentiments, saying that Atiku's alleged desperation would not yield results. "Atiku is desperate and he will not become the president of this country, inshallah," Masari said. This statement has sparked further debate about Atiku's chances in the 2027 presidential election.
Atiku's bid for the presidency has been met with skepticism by some, who point to his past attempts to become Nigeria's President. The former Vice President has been trying to become Nigeria's President for 33 years, but has yet to succeed. Some have described his latest bid as a "joke" and have expressed doubts about his ability to win the election.
Masari's comments have been seen as a reflection of the APC's confidence in President Tinubu's leadership. The President's economic policies have been widely criticized, but the APC has defended them as necessary measures to address Nigeria's economic challenges. The party has also accused Atiku of trying to capitalize on the country's economic difficulties to further his own political ambitions.
The 2027 presidential election is expected to be a closely contested one, with several candidates already announcing their intention to run. Atiku's bid for the presidency has been seen as a significant challenge to President Tinubu's leadership, but Masari's comments have raised questions about the former Vice President's chances of success.
The debate over Atiku's presidential ambition is likely to continue in the coming months, as Nigerians prepare for the 2027 general elections. The country's electoral commission has yet to announce the official date for the election, but politicians are already gearing up for the campaign. Key to the election will be the economy, with many Nigerians eager for policies that will address the country's high levels of poverty and unemployment.
Key points
- Masari says Atiku's desperation to return to power will not yield results.
- Atiku has been critical of President Tinubu's economic policies.
- The 2027 presidential election is expected to be a closely contested one.
