A large billboard promoting President Bola Tinubu’s potential re-election bid for the 2027 presidential election has appeared in Abuja, sparking conversations among passersby. The billboard, located in the Area One area of the Federal Capital Territory, features a picture of Tinubu and his wife, Remi, with the message “Grassroots support for Tinubu 2027, the 1019 initiative.”
This development comes despite Tinubu not having made an official announcement about running for a second term. His tenure, which began on May 29, 2023, has been marked by a mix of experiences for Nigerians, including economic hardship following the removal of fuel subsidies and the floating of the national currency.
The billboard’s appearance has raised questions about the timing and motivations behind it, particularly given the current economic challenges facing the country. The PUNCH reports that calls to the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, were not answered, and he has yet to respond to a text message seeking comment on the development.
The emergence of the billboard has also sparked debate about Tinubu’s potential re-election bid, with some critics arguing that it is too early to begin campaigning given the current economic situation. Others have questioned the source of funding for the billboard, with the APC’s Publicity Director denying that the party is behind it.
The development highlights the ongoing political dynamics in Nigeria, with the 2027 presidential election already shaping up to be a contentious and highly contested race. As the country navigates its current economic challenges, the appearance of the billboard has added a new layer of complexity to the political landscape.
