Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, representing Ondo Central Senatorial District, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election. He made this statement while speaking with journalists at the Akure Airport, where he was welcomed by hundreds of party members and supporters. Adegbonmire assured that the internal crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress in some states would not prevent the party from winning the forthcoming general election.
Adegbonmire attributed his confidence in the party's victory to Tinubu's performance in the last three years. He claimed that Tinubu had taken the country from a state of collapse and therefore deserved re-election. The senator cited two key facts to support his assertion: the payment of salaries by states and the construction of infrastructure projects. He argued that before Tinubu's administration, several states could not pay salaries, but now governors can invest in projects like bridges worth over N100 billion.
The senator also highlighted the country's economic progress under Tinubu's administration. He noted that Nigeria was technically bankrupt in 2023 but now has over $54 billion in foreign reserves, describing this as a record. Adegbonmire emphasized the need to focus on facts rather than emotions when evaluating the administration's performance. He acknowledged the current hardships but expressed hope that the policies introduced by the Tinubu administration would bring relief in the long run.
Adegbonmire recognized that people are going through hard times due to the economic policies of the current administration. However, he stressed that the administration is trying to make Nigeria a better place and that there would be light at the end of the tunnel. He expressed optimism that the APC would triumph in the forthcoming elections, citing the party's recent victories in by-elections.
The senator boasted that the APC would win all elections, from the presidency to the House of Assembly, in 2027. He pointed to the party's recent performance in by-elections, where they won all seats except one in Bauchi State. Adegbonmire attributed the party's success to its unity and ability to work together.
Adegbonmire downplayed the internal crisis within the party, saying it was natural to have fallouts after primaries. He claimed that no member had come out to say they wanted to engage in anti-party activities. The senator expressed confidence that the party would resolve its issues and present a united front for the 2027 elections.
The senator's statement comes as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. While some have expressed concerns about the country's economic situation, Adegbonmire's comments reflect the optimism of some APC members about their chances of winning the elections.
Key points
- Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire predicts President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election.
- Adegbonmire cites Tinubu's performance in the last three years as the reason for his confidence.
- The senator acknowledges current hardships but expresses hope that the administration's policies will bring relief in the long run.
