As per The Vanguard, Shehu Gabam, National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has raised concerns about President Bola Tinubu’s chances of securing re-election in 2027, highlighting the growing public dissatisfaction with his administration. Gabam compared the situation to the political challenges faced by former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2012, warning that widespread discontent could undermine Tinubu’s re-election prospects, regardless of his financial resources or political influence.
In a Vanguard report, Gabam criticized several of Tinubu’s economic policies, stating that they have placed a heavy burden on ordinary Nigerians. He particularly pointed to the removal of the petrol subsidy, which led to rising fuel prices, as a key factor in the economic hardship faced by citizens. Gabam also mentioned the unification of foreign exchange rates, which has weakened the naira and worsened financial struggles. He further condemned the rising electricity and telecommunications costs, emphasizing that these increases have added to the strain on Nigerians. Gabam acknowledged that some of these measures might have been aimed at stabilizing the economy, but he argued that they have instead deepened economic difficulties and eroded public trust in the administration.
To improve his re-election chances, Gabam urged President Tinubu to reconsider his economic strategies and implement policies that ease the burdens on the citizens. He warned that failure to address these concerns could further alienate voters and reduce the administration’s political appeal ahead of the 2027 election. Gabam also noted that Jonathan’s downfall was driven by public dissatisfaction and cautioned that Tinubu could face a similar fate if he fails to maintain the support of the public.
He remarked, “Protests against Jonathan began two years into his administration, and he couldn’t survive them. There has been no president in Nigeria’s history who spent as much money to get re-elected as Jonathan. So, if people think Tinubu will use money to secure victory, they are mistaken. You can only rig when you are popular.
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