Musawa Predicts 2027 Defeat for Obi and Atiku

The Minister of Arts, Culture, and Tourism, Hannatu Musawa, has projected a categorical victory for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, asserting that the opposition is currently on a path to a resounding defeat. Speaking during a recent appearance on the Mic On podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, the Minister argued that neither former Vice President Atiku Abubakar nor the Labour Party’s 2023 flagbearer, Peter Obi, possesses the political machinery to unseat the incumbent.

Musawa was particularly blunt regarding the prospects of Peter Obi, describing his potential candidacy as the “fastest way” for the opposition to lose the upcoming presidency. She suggested that while the “Obidient Movement” remains vocal, its refusal to accept Obi in a subordinate role on a joint ticket effectively seals his fate at the polls. According to the Minister, the rigid stance of his supporters, combined with the current political map, makes Obi an unviable path to victory for those seeking to challenge the status quo.

Addressing the possibility of an Atiku Abubakar run, Musawa acknowledged him as a “formidable opponent” and a “patriot,” even likening him to a father figure. However, she maintained that in a direct contest, the former Vice President would still fall short of President Tinubu’s electoral strength. She further raised a strategic concern, noting that if Atiku were to run under the banner of a party like the African Democratic Congress (ADC), it would signal a disregard for the informal power-rotation agreement that expects the presidency to remain in the South for two terms.

The Minister also dismissed the idea that a “grand coalition” or a joint ticket between Atiku and Obi could bridge the gap to victory. In her view, even their combined forces would be insufficient to dismantle the APC’s national structure. Musawa’s comments reflect the growing confidence within the presidency as the administration approaches its mid-term evaluation, positioning Tinubu as a leader whose 2027 re-election is a foregone conclusion.

During the wide-ranging interview, Musawa suggested that the opposition’s lack of a unified southern candidate and the internal fractures within the major parties are gifts to the ruling All Progressives Congress. She emphasized that for the opposition to be serious, they would need a candidate that respects regional power balances—a criterion she believes Atiku fails on a geographic basis and Obi fails on a pragmatic electoral basis.

This bold prediction comes at a time of significant political realignment, with several opposition figures reportedly exploring a merger under the ADC or other platforms. By labeling Obi’s candidacy a guaranteed failure, Musawa has sparked fresh debate on whether the opposition can ever find a common ground or if the “fastest way to lose” is indeed the path they are currently treading.