Political Earthquake: Opposition Parties Unite, Target Tinubu’s 2027 Re-Election Bid

 

Nigeria’s political landscape may be heading for a major showdown ahead of the 2027 general elections as opposition political parties have agreed to form a united front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

At the end of the Opposition Political Parties National Summit held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Ibadan, Oyo State, party leaders resolved to work towards presenting one consensus presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the APC in 2027.

The decision was contained in the “Ibadan Declaration,” a communiqué issued after what participants described as extensive deliberations on the state of Nigeria’s democracy and the country’s future.

According to the communiqué, the opposition parties vowed to resist what they called attempts to impose a one-party system on Nigeria.

“We shall resist all machinations by the APC to foist a one-party state on Nigeria and fight for the survival of multi-party democracy in our country.”

The coalition also insisted that despite what it described as political manoeuvrings by the ruling party, it would actively contest the 2027 presidential and other elections.

A major highlight of the summit was the agreement to pursue a single presidential flag bearer.

“We shall work towards fielding one presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, which shall be agreed and supported by all participating opposition parties.”

Political observers say the move could significantly reshape the 2027 race if the opposition succeeds in maintaining unity.

The summit also took a swipe at the leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), calling for the removal of its chairman, Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, over alleged bias in favour of the APC.

Opposition leaders argued that his continued stay in office could weaken public confidence in the electoral process and threaten the credibility of the next general election.

They further urged the National Assembly to urgently review the Electoral Act 2026, especially sections they believe could undermine free, fair, and transparent elections.

The coalition also demanded an extension of the deadline for party primaries until the end of July 2026, describing recent INEC guidelines as deliberate obstacles placed before opposition parties.

In addition, the parties called for the immediate release of politicians allegedly detained or harassed over bailable offences, stressing that all Nigerians must be allowed to exercise their constitutional rights.

The communiqué concluded with a message of appreciation to Seyi Makinde and the people of Oyo State for hosting what it described as an “epochal event.”

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