2027: Tinubu’s endorsement by APC govs won’t give him victory — Ndume

The lawmaker representing Borno South at the national assembly, Senator Ali Ndume has denied supporting President Bola Tinubu’s endorsement for the 2027 presidential election, even though he was present when All Progressives Congress (APC) governors backed the president.

Ndume, who has been critical of Tinubu’s administration, said this during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics program.

The Borno lawmaker referenced the failed re-election bid of former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015, despite having the support of 22 governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

He said: “I was there but that was not why I was there; I was there for a summit and when I realised that it was not a summit and voice vote was put about the endorsement of Mr President, I just left, and that does not mean I am not an APC member. The majority had its way but few of us felt that was not right”.

Recall that 22 governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in May, publicly endorsed President Tinubu as their preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential race.

However, Senator kicked against the move, citing Nigeria’s current challenges.

He pointed to worsening insecurity, inflation, and a cost of living crisis as reasons why the endorsement was premature.

“Nigerians cannot see any hope, they are doubting the Renewed Hope,” he said.

He said the symbolic shows of support like endorsements may not reflect the sentiments of voters on the ground.

“It happened before, not once, not twice. It happened during Jonathan. That does not mean anything. Politicians are decamping but the people who are the voters are not decamping,” Ndume stated.

“I hope that he would look back historically and see that the gathering of people to endorse you does not mean anything,” he added.

“Jonathan had 22 governors then endorsing him like was done now. And what happened? Jonathan lost woefully. A lot of money was spent. Even the election was shifted but we are not learning our lessons. I pity Mr President.”

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