Datti Baba-Ahmed, a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and former running mate to Peter Obi, has unequivocally stated that none of the politicians challenging President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 presidential election possess the ability to bring about meaningful change in Nigeria. Baba-Ahmed made these remarks during a recent episode of the MIC ON Podcast.
His comments follow Obi’s departure from the Labour Party to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move Baba-Ahmed had previously advised against. He expressed disappointment that Obi, whom he described as having exited his political “comfort zone,” chose to disregard his counsel. Baba-Ahmed elaborated that he had approached Obi personally at the Yar’Adua Centre to discuss his concerns regarding the ADC, emphasizing that the party would not serve Obi’s political aspirations well.
Baba-Ahmed asserted that his intuition was validated by Obi’s quick exit from the ADC, indicating his belief that the party was ill-suited for Obi’s ambitions. He pointed to the incompatibility of Obi’s choices with the potential for political improvement in Nigeria.
While addressing the current political landscape, Baba-Ahmed voiced his belief that none of the available candidates, including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, could manage a transition of power that would foster positive growth. He argued that these politicians have previously navigated through ruling parties, questioning how they could position themselves as agents of change.
Meanwhile, Atiku Abubakar, the ADC presidential candidate, has also condemned Tinubu’s economic policies, accusing the president of favoring friends and multinational corporations while neglecting the needs of ordinary Nigerians. Atiku highlighted the rising costs of essential goods and services as evidence of Tinubu’s ineffective governance.
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, the discussion around political accountability and the efficacy of opposition leaders remains a critical talking point for voters grappling with economic hardship.
