Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has declared that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock, the seat of Nigeria's presidency, despite rising insecurity across the country. Speaking at the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign for local government council elections in Edo South Senatorial District, Governor Okpebholo alleged that the current wave of insecurity is being orchestrated to tarnish President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Governor Okpebholo stated that some individuals are sponsoring insecurity to distract President Tinubu and the APC-led government. He emphasized that such tactics would not guarantee electoral victory for the perpetrators, whether in the Senate, House of Representatives, or the presidency. "They can even kidnap all of us—yes, there is no vacancy in Aso Rock," he asserted.
The governor criticized the opposition for what he described as failed strategies, questioning the logic of kidnapping children and other criminal acts. "What is happening today is the handiwork of the opposition. They have failed. Have they not failed? Is it by kidnapping children? Then who are you going to govern? There will be nobody for you to govern. So let them give us peace so that we can rule well," Okpebholo said.
Tinubu's Achievements Praised
Governor Okpebholo praised President Tinubu's accomplishments, noting that the impact of fuel subsidy removal has been seen and felt through various projects in Edo State. He argued that President Tinubu has done more for the country than his predecessors, despite the challenges.
Rising Insecurity and Opposition Criticism
Nigeria has witnessed an increase in bandit attacks, kidnapping, terrorism, and other criminal incidents across the country. The latest incident involves the kidnapping of pupils and teachers from schools in the Ogbomosho area of Oyo State. Opposition leaders and presidential candidates from various political parties have criticized President Tinubu's government for not doing enough to protect the lives and properties of Nigerians.
2027 Elections: Tinubu Faces Strong Opponents
President Tinubu has gained another strong opponent ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The People's Redemption Party (PRP) has cleared former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke as its presidential candidate for the forthcoming election. The PRP is considered one of the opposition parties to watch, alongside Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Peter Obi of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC).
In a related development, Prophet Abel Tamunominabo Boma has shared a prophecy suggesting that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar could defeat President Tinubu in the 2027 election. Prophet Boma, known for his prophetic declarations, emphasized the need for prayer as Nigeria approaches its next general election in early 2027.
