2027 Elections: Peter Obi Has Better Shot at Defeating Tinubu Than Atiku – Bashir El-Rufai
Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has weighed in on Nigeria’s 2027 presidential race, asserting that Labour Party’s Peter Obi poses a greater electoral threat to President Bola Tinubu than former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
In a candid post shared on Thursday via X (formerly Twitter), Bashir argued that Obi, the 2023 Labour Party candidate, would stand a stronger chance of unseating President Tinubu especially if he chooses a strategically strong running mate from the North.
He further explained that Obi’s influence among the youth and his grassroots appeal significantly outshine Atiku’s, suggesting that Obi is also a bigger problem for the former PDP presidential candidate than many acknowledge.
“Atiku is a force to be reckoned with,” Bashir wrote. “He also feels the stars have finally aligned in his favor. And although 2019 is thought to have been his best shot, this may be one of those ‘moment meets the man’ elections.
However, the sheer force of Obi’s numbers and cult-like followership brings a challenge. His appeal across the youth and this younger generation is one profound aspect of his leverage.”
El-Rufai concluded humorously, “Obi as a flag bearer with a strong Northern candidate would defeat Pablo [Tinubu] on Election Day before our dear mother of the Nation, Aunty Remi, finishes her breakfast around 12 noon.”
The post has since stirred debates on social media, with many users discussing the possible configurations and political alliances that may shape the 2027 general election.
