President Tinubu Warns Political Rivals Ahead of 2027 Elections
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern warning to political opponents contesting in the 2027 polls, stating that all is fair in a democratic contest but he will not yield without a fight. Speaking at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, he declared: “Those who would take it from me will try. All is fair in politics.”
Tinubu made the remarks during his meeting with the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria. He dismissed concerns about the electoral process and defended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against accusations of bias, asserting that “INEC is neutral. It has never intimidated anybody.”
In other highlights:- Tinubu defends his government’s performance, praising recent academic reforms as a visible success.
- The President also discussed the return of mission schools to their original proprietors and stressed that this was within states’ discretion.
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When is Nigeria's next presidential election?
The next presidential election in Nigeria is scheduled for 2027, though the exact date will be determined by the INEC as per the country’s electoral laws.