The political landscape in Nigeria is heating up as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, stirs controversy over the 2027 presidential election, making both his name and that of President Bola Tinubu trend nationwide.
Speaking in a recent interview, Wike boldly declared he is "waiting" for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to zone the presidency to the South. His statement comes amid growing speculation that he may either seek the party’s presidential ticket himself or align with Tinubu’s camp ahead of the 2027 polls.
Wike, a former Rivers State governor and influential PDP figure, remains a polarizing force. His latest remarks are widely interpreted as a subtle dare to the PDP leadership, reigniting debates around zoning, loyalty, and political ambition. He also took a swipe at PDP Board of Trustees Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, who had questioned Wike’s role within the party while serving in Tinubu’s cabinet. A PDP group swiftly countered, advising Wike to "focus on his ministerial job" and stop meddling in internal party matters.
The BBC Pidgin report further highlights the tensions within the PDP, with some accusing Wike of attempting to destabilize the party from within while openly enjoying power under the APC-led government.
With talks of alliances, betrayal, and zoning heating up, political analysts believe Wike's influence will remain central to Nigeria's road to 2027. His strategic positioning and open challenge to PDP's leadership structure are precisely why the Wike-Tinubu 2027 conversation is trending across the country.
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