The political atmosphere ahead of the 2027 general election has taken a dramatic twist as fiery cleric, Primate Elijah Ayodele, dropped yet another prophecy, warning President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to brace for a formidable opposition challenge that could reshape Nigeria’s political landscape.
Speaking in a viral video, Ayodele declared that former President Goodluck Jonathan and ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar remain forces to watch out for in the next presidential race, stressing that Tinubu’s political survival may depend on his ability to secure the northern region and strategically weaken opposition alliances.
> “President Tinubu must prepare for Jonathan and Atiku. They will give him serious trouble in 2027. I cannot say if they will defeat him, but he should not take them lightly,” Ayodele warned.
The cleric advised Tinubu to roll out more people-oriented projects in northern Nigeria and exploit divisions among opposition leaders if he hopes to retain power.
Opposition Moves: A Coalition In Crisis
Meanwhile, opposition heavyweights have intensified efforts to unseat Tinubu. Atiku Abubakar has been at the forefront of calls for unity, championing the formation of a mega-coalition that recently adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its political platform.
The coalition, however, is already grappling with internal wrangling as Atiku, Peter Obi of the Labour Party, and former Minister Rotimi Amaechi have each signaled interest in contesting for the presidential ticket. Analysts warn that unresolved rivalry could jeopardize the opposition’s chances.
Jonathan’s Return Plot And The ‘Wike Problem’
Amid the speculation, close allies of Goodluck Jonathan are reportedly holding secret meetings abroad to consolidate support within the PDP and craft strategies for his dramatic return. However, one obstacle looms large: Nyesom Wike, the outspoken FCT Minister.
Wike, in a blunt interview, dismissed calls for Jonathan’s comeback, urging him to remain a statesman instead of re-entering the murky waters of presidential politics. He accused Jonathan’s supporters of hypocrisy, reminding Nigerians that many of them betrayed him during the 2015 election that ended his presidency.
Insiders in Jonathan’s camp describe Wike’s opposition as a “serious threat” to their plans. One source disclosed:
> “We cannot ignore Wike. His resistance is real, and that is why part of our meetings has been focused on how to ensure he does not become a stumbling block to Jonathan’s second coming.”
With Ayodele’s prophecy setting tongues wagging, the stage appears set for a bruising political battle. Whether Tinubu can withstand the combined force of Jonathan, Atiku, Obi, and Amaechi—or whether opposition rivalries will hand him an easy victory—remains the biggest question on Nigeria’s political horizon.
One thing is clear: the road to 2027 promises to be one of the fiercest, most unpredictable showdowns in Nigeria’s democratic history.
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