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Game of Thrones: As 2027 Nears, Tinubu’s Grip Faces Its First Real Test

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“You can’t defeat something with nothing,” said an American baseball coach after his team suffered a seventeen-game losing streak.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Since governance has effectively been suspended for full-blown politicking in Nigeria until May 2027, it is only honest to confront the inevitable: the race for the presidency between 2027 and 2031. It is safe to assume that President Bola Tinubu will re-contest—regardless of what Nigerians think of his performance. No elected official in Nigeria has ever declared themselves a failure. On the contrary, they frequently crown their own efforts as historic successes. With appointees, party loyalists, and media sycophants eager to “come and eat,” glowing self-assessments are always in supply.

Francis Bacon once said, “The arch-flatterer, with whom all the petty flatterers have intelligence, is the man himself.” It is an apt diagnosis of Nigeria’s political elite. During President Buhari’s tenure, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, spokespersons Garba Shehu, Femi Adesina, and Laolu Akande were quick to proclaim that Buhari had lifted 10 million Nigerians out of poverty—without evidence. Even Buhari believed the myth. Today, the same people are mute as Nigeria grapples with deepened poverty and the legacy of emboldened, bloodthirsty herders. Their plates have been removed, so their voices have vanished.

Now, they’re repositioning to serve Tinubu’s court, eager for another invitation to dine at the high table.

The Season of Media Mercenaries and AGIPs

Niccolò Machiavelli warned that mercenaries are “useless and dangerous.” In Nigeria, these political mercenaries are known as AGIPs—“Any Government In Power.” They sell their allegiance to the highest bidder. The same media figures who vilified Jonathan with gleeful venom have since rebranded him a statesman—once they were invited to the banquet of power. They now serve Tinubu with equal zeal, chanting a different tune for the same price.

These mercenaries are again on the prowl, armed with pens, airtime, and fake metrics, as the election season draws near.

2027: The Race Starts Now

With less than two years until the general elections, only unforeseen events can stop Tinubu from becoming the APC’s standard-bearer again. That being the case, Nigerians must ask: If not Tinubu, then who?

The answer must come quickly. The task of national mobilisation—36 states, 774 local governments, over 6,000 wards—is Herculean. Without an early start, it is a mission impossible for any challenger.

Alliances, as Harold Macmillan said, are held together by fear, not love. It was fear of PDP’s dominance that compelled the merger of CPC, ACN, and ANPP to form the APC. Today, the PDP is a ghost of itself, crippled by internal treachery and poor leadership. Unless a credible alternative rises soon, Nigeria risks descending into a de facto one-party state—a death sentence for democracy. While APC may revel in this dominance, history teaches us that unchecked power breeds tyranny.

The Fall of Ganduje and the Betrayal of Shettima

“Ganduje resigns as National Chairman of APC” was the headline on June 27, 2025. But nobody resigns from a political throne as powerful as that without being pushed. The perks of that office—unfiltered access to Aso Rock, chartered jets, and desperate lobbyists—make it irresistible. Yet Ganduje was nudged out to make way for Rabiu Kwankwaso, a bigger fish swimming toward APC waters. Ganduje and Kwankwaso are bitter rivals. One had to go. The axe fell on Ganduje.

But he’s not the first casualty. That title belongs to Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Without any confirmed misstep or disloyalty, discussions about replacing him on the 2027 ticket have begun. In any other context, this would be cruel. In politics, it’s just business. His silence is deafening; his fate uncertain. If Shettima harboured hopes of succeeding Tinubu someday, those dreams are fading fast. Only one Vice President—Jonathan—ever succeeded a sitting president, and only because death left Nigeria with no other choice. Ekwueme, Atiku, Osinbajo—they all tried and failed.

History may be preparing to repeat itself.

conclusion: Democracy at a Crossroads

While Nigeria celebrates the legacy of June 12, we must also guard against becoming the very tyranny we once resisted. The consolidation of power by a single party, the silencing of dissent, and the rise of political mercenaries all point to a dangerous erosion of democracy. If a credible opposition does not emerge soon, the 2027 election may become a coronation, not a contest. And in that moment, Nigeria would not just lose an election—it would lose the spirit of democracy itself.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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