Tambuwal Says Nigerians Will Choose Their Leaders, Warns Against Manipulation

Former Governor of Sokoto State, Sen. Aminu Tambuwal, has said no individual or group can manipulate the outcome of the 2027 general elections, insisting that Nigerians will ultimately decide their leaders.

Tambuwal (ADC-Sokoto South) made the assertion on Sunday while addressing journalists on the outcome of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) State Congress, held in Sokoto on Saturday.

He dismissed speculations that the 2027 general election results could be written in favour of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stressing that such a move would be impossible.

“Some people believe that the results of the 2027 elections will be written in favour of the APC.

“But how will that be possible?” he asked.

“You cannot write results to claim victory where none exists,” he said.

The lawmaker recalled his political decisions in the past, stating that he had always stood by his principles.

“This includes when I disagreed with former President Goodluck Jonathan during my tenure as Speaker of the House of Representatives, and later with President Muhammadu Buhari while serving as governor,” he explained.

According to Tambuwal, the recent wave of defections by governors to the ruling party reflects political insecurity rather than improved governance.

“Today, many governors are rushing to join the APC, not because things are getting better, but because they believe the 2027 results will be written in favour of the party,” he alleged.

The ex-governor further dismissed claims that the President could use security agencies and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to influence election outcomes, insisting that “Nigerians are vigilant and determined.

“Nigerians are taking note. It is clearly a contest between the government and the people, and the people will prevail In-Sha-Allah.”

Tambuwal also pledged that an ADC-led Federal Government would decisively address insecurity and reposition Nigeria for growth and development.

“We will retire the APC in 2027 at both the national level and in Sokoto State. Nigerians should join the ADC to realise this vision,” he admonished.

He described Sokoto as a stronghold of the party, while urging unity among members to achieve their political goals.

The senator also commended party members for their decorum, peaceful conduct, and active participation in the congress.

At the end of the exercise, Alhaji Abdullahi Maigwandu emerged as State Chairman, alongside Bello Isiyaku as Deputy Chairman and Kabiru S. Fulani as Secretary.

Others elected include Kabiru Hali (Vice Chairman, Sokoto Central), Abdullahi Bafarawa (Vice Chairman, Sokoto East), and Sadiq Sanyinna (Vice Chairman, Sokoto South), among other officials. (NAN)