A video showing a branded People's Democratic Party (PDP) bus campaigning for President Bola Tinubu in Bayelsa State has gone viral, prompting widespread reactions and raising fresh questions about opposition unity ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The footage, shared by a user identified as Emmy, was accompanied by the remark: "Tinubu might not even need to campaign personally." The clip quickly attracted attention and commentary across Nigerian social media platforms.
Opposition Divided Ahead of 2027
Much of the online reaction focused on what the video symbolized: an opposition party appearing to work in favor of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate. Several Nigerians criticized the opposition for failing to consolidate behind a single candidate against Tinubu, who is seeking a second term.
Tinubu currently faces two notable challengers in the 2027 race: Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Peter Obi, who resigned from the ADC on May 2, 2026, and is contesting under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The split means the opposition vote could be divided across multiple parties, a scenario that observers argue strengthens the incumbent's position.
Nigerians' Reactions to the Trending PDP Video
Delegun Ajibola wrote: "I watched three times to be sure of what I'm seeing. PDP campaigning for the President in broad daylight. The margin will be unimaginable."
Akonauche commented: "I don’t see Tinubu losing this election… Atiku and PO don make things very easy for him by fighting him in different parties; now PDP is campaigning for APC… congratulations, bat."
Akanni tweeted: "Imagine PDP van branded in the apparel of Tinubu, is God not the greatest."
Tunji Nosiru commended the move: "We neva see dis kain thing before I! I am glad to be part of this history. PBAT for sure."
Geokay said: "Tinubu will teach you politics by force. Soludo, Wike and Adeleke will be doing the same in their states."
The video has become a talking point, with many Nigerians expressing surprise at the development. The incident underscores the fragmented state of opposition politics in Nigeria, as the country approaches the 2027 elections. The divided opposition, with candidates running on different platforms, may face significant challenges in mounting a unified challenge to the incumbent president.
