Although the emerging coalition of opposition figures seeking power has yet to present any convincing blueprint that clearly distinguishes it from Tinubu’s administration, it could still capitalize on widespread dissatisfaction over what many see as incompetence, corruption, ethnic bias, arrogance, economic hardship and indifference under the current government.

Whether such an alliance would govern differently is another matter entirely. For many Nigerians, however, even the promise of temporary relief from present hardships may be enough reason to support them. Yet, despite this opportunity, the opposition continues to display a troubling lack of unity, discipline and strategic focus.

Even before consolidating, cracks are already visible. This became more evident after the Supreme Court ruling that restored David Mark’s leadership of the ADC, a development that drew silence from both Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.

There are growing speculations that Obi and Kwankwaso may have shifted attention elsewhere, possibly toward the NDC, suggesting they may no longer view the ADC as their political vehicle.

If true, this would mirror the fragmentation that weakened the opposition in 2023. Obi and Kwankwaso are increasingly perceived by critics as politicians unwilling to subject themselves to competitive party primaries, preferring instead to secure candidacy without intense internal battles.

Atiku Abubakar, on the other hand, could emerge as ADC’s presidential candidate if the party survives its legal troubles, potentially with Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate. Such a development could once again split opposition votes along familiar lines.

Already, supporters of Atiku, Obi and Kwankwaso appear more focused on attacking one another than confronting Tinubu’s government. Their internal hostility has become so fierce that it often overshadows criticism of the administration itself.

This division works squarely in Tinubu’s favour.

Many Obi and Kwankwaso loyalists argue they would rather see Tinubu remain in office than support Atiku, while some Atiku supporters express similar resistance toward an Obi or Kwankwaso presidency.

Their arguments often revolve around power rotation. Obi’s camp insists the South should complete its turn after Buhari’s eight-year northern presidency before power returns northward. Atiku’s supporters counter that an Obi presidency in 2027 could disrupt what they believe should be the North’s rightful return in 2031.

Skepticism over Obi’s one-term pledge also fuels distrust, with many citing former President Goodluck Jonathan’s political trajectory as a cautionary example.

For Atiku’s camp, allowing Tinubu to finish a second term appears strategically safer for northern interests than risking a reset through Obi.

Regardless of which side’s logic is more persuasive, the larger issue remains that while opposition camps battle each other, they inadvertently strengthen Tinubu.

His government’s economic challenges, insecurity and governance controversies are increasingly overshadowed by opposition infighting.

Ironically, Tinubu’s greatest political advantage may not be institutional influence or state power, but rather an opposition too divided to present a coherent challenge.

Both major opposition factions frequently accuse each other of secretly aiding Tinubu, yet in reality, their divisions serve his interests more effectively than any deliberate alliance could.

This is why attempts by Tinubu or his allies to aggressively weaken opposition platforms like the ADC may ultimately be unnecessary overreach. A fractured opposition is already doing much of that work itself.

Tinubu’s joke about sending Senate President Godswill Akpabio to destabilize opposition parties, alongside Femi Gbajabiamila’s remarks encouraging internal disruption, may sound humorous on the surface, but they also reflect a political reality: the opposition hardly needs external sabotage when it is already undermining itself.

With ADC’s future uncertain and legal battles threatening its survival, Tinubu may not need to actively crush opposition structures. Their own disunity could hand him victory.

Ultimately, until opposition leaders such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso recognize that political power rarely rewards division, ego and impatience, they may continue serving as Tinubu’s most effective unpaid campaigners.

Adeboye made the declaration during RCCG’s monthly Holy Ghost Service, where he addressed concerns surrounding her position.

He explained that Oluremi Tinubu was ordained as an Assistant Pastor more than ten years ago, well before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu began his journey toward the presidency.

According to him, her ordination was properly carried out in line with the church’s established procedures, and she has not violated any RCCG doctrine or rule.

Adeboye also rejected demands from critics calling for her removal, stressing that the church would not yield to outside pressure regarding its internal decisions.

Meanwhile, the revered cleric also opened up about how he managed expensive gifts in the early days of his ministry.

Speaking during a thanksgiving service, Adeboye recounted how an elderly woman once gifted him a Mercedes-Benz at a time when he still relied on public transportation.

He said he initially left the vehicle unused because he was uncertain about accepting such a gift, but a dream later made him realize that rejecting it was hindering the giver’s blessing.

Acting on that conviction, he handed the car over to his late deputy, Pastor Abiodun, despite being encouraged to keep and enjoy it.

Adeboye revealed that he later received three additional Mercedes-Benz vehicles, a development that left him astonished.

He particularly recalled an unusual incident when a man arrived at his home around 2:00 AM with a rare six-door Mercedes limousine, claiming God had instructed him to deliver it.

After praying about it, Adeboye said he felt led to sell the luxury vehicle.

He eventually sold the limousine and used the proceeds to purchase motorcycles for his pastors, demonstrating his commitment to channeling personal gifts toward the welfare of others.

He said, “I almost said, ‘Alakoba wo le leyi?’ I hope this one is not trying to get me into trouble.

“Why are you robbing my daughter of her blessing? She sowed a seed, and you are not allowing the seed to germinate.

“Even if I die and they put me in this car, I will wake up. Will you permit me to sell the car?

“I remember I sold it and used the money to buy motorcycles for my pastors.”