The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has issued a stern advisory to Northern politicians considering presidential bids in 2027, urging them to shelve ambitions until 2031 to allow President Bola Tinubu to complete his development agenda. Speaking at a governance forum in Kaduna, Akume argued:
✔ Performance Justification: Tinubu’s 2-year achievements in security, infrastructure, and economic reforms warrant an uninterrupted tenure
✔ Regional Balance: Highlighted Northern appointments and projects like the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway
✔ Unity Appeal: Warned against “misinformation” and divisive politics that could stall progress
Recap: Top Tinubu ally declares 2027 off-limits for Northern presidential hopefuls.
Why This Matters
• Tests North-South power rotation understanding
• Signals APC’s possible resistance to primary challengers
• May inflame tensions between Tinubu loyalists and Northern elites
Key Tinubu Achievements Cited
→ Security: Reduced insurgency attacks
→ Infrastructure: Lagos-Calabar & Northern highway projects
→ Economy: Subsidy removal boosting state revenues
→ Agriculture: Food price interventions
What Next?
→ Northern governors’ response crucial
→ Potential 2027 rebellion if economic pains persist
→ Opposition PDP may exploit regional discontent
