2027: Don’t Re-elect Tinubu — Obasanjo Tells Nigerians

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has declared President Bola Tinubu unfit for a second term, urging Nigerians to reject his re-election bid in the 2027 general elections over what he described as incompetence and worsening economic conditions.

Obasanjo made the remarks on Monday while speaking at the seventh Presidential Youth Mentorship Retreat, themed African Youth Renaissance, held at the Youth Development Centre, Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The former president accused Tinubu’s administration of implementing policies that had worsened the economic difficulties facing Nigerians, resulting in business closures, factory shutdowns and rising unemployment.

“Tinubu has failed, his incompetence has made many businesses die. Don’t let him come back for a second term,” Obasanjo said.

He lamented that businesses which previously sustained their owners and employees were shutting down, while young Nigerians were losing their jobs amid the country’s economic difficulties.

Obasanjo also expressed concern over the rising cost of food, fuel and other essential commodities, saying many Nigerians who previously enjoyed financial stability were now struggling to afford basic necessities.

He urged Nigerians, particularly young people, to take an active interest in determining the country’s political future through the 2027 elections.

According to him, Nigeria needs a different direction and leadership capable of addressing its economic challenges and improving the living conditions of citizens.

The former president’s remarks add to mounting political criticism of Tinubu’s administration as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Obasanjo has repeatedly criticised successive Nigerian administrations, including Tinubu’s, over governance, economic management and the state of the country.

The Presidency had yet to respond to his latest comments as of the time of filing this report.