2027: Why we want Tinubu's job— Atiku, Obi, Olawepo-Hashim, others

Author: Clifford Ndujihe, Henry Umoru, John Alechenu, Gabriel Ewepu & Luminous JannamikePublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Nigeria

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2027: Why we want Tinubu's job— Atiku, Obi, Olawepo-Hashim, others

Primaries for Nigeria's 2027 presidential election are concluded, with a crowded field including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar (ADC), Peter Obi (NDC), and Donald Duke (PRP). The race is characterized by economic hardship, persistent insecurity, and a split within the PDP. Two women, Anita Zugwai-Chukwu and Esther Nkem Okeke, are also running. Candidates offer competing visions for governing Nigeria.

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