Ndume warns: Tinubu should be worried if Buhari doesn’t support him in 2027

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Senator Ali Ndume has advised President Bola Tinubu to take former President Muhammadu Buhari’s support seriously ahead of 2027.

Ndume represents Borno South and is a key figure in the Nigerian Senate and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

He said although Buhari is no longer president, he remains an influential figure, especially in the northern part of the country as gathered by Diaspora Digital Media (DDM).

According to Ndume, Buhari’s popularity may have reduced since leaving office, but his followership remains deeply rooted.

He described Buhari’s support base as “occultic,” emphasizing that it is strong, passionate, and difficult to explain logically.

“Buhari’s followership has diminished naturally because it is different when you’re no longer in power,” Ndume stated on the show.

“But you can’t write him off, especially with the northern masses,” he added, referring to Buhari’s enduring appeal.

Ndume stressed that Buhari still commands the loyalty of the Talakawas — the ordinary and poor people in the north.

“If Buhari is coming here now, you will see people rushing to see him,” Ndume said during the interview.

“Everybody, including those in the vegetable market, will rush here. Buhari is still with the Talakawas,” he added.

Ndume said Tinubu should be concerned if Buhari is not on his side going into the 2027 general election.

He pointed out that “every number counts,” and Buhari’s personal vote, influence, and loyal base cannot be ignored.

Ndume also emphasized his own importance, saying, “Tinubu should also be worried about my position. I have one vote.”

“He does not have a vote for me,” Ndume added, stressing the value of each individual’s political support.

His comments came after Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and others visited Buhari at his residence in Kaduna.

The high-profile visit sparked political speculation, especially as opposition figures continue to realign and build alliances.

There is growing talk of the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) faction possibly breaking away from the APC.

The CPC, which Buhari led before merging with other parties in 2013 to form the APC, remains a key bloc.

Despite these concerns, Buhari has reaffirmed his commitment to the APC, saying he remains loyal to the party.

However, tensions remain high following El-Rufai’s resignation from the APC and his recent move to the Social Democratic Party.

El-Rufai left in March, citing dissatisfaction with the direction and performance of the ruling party under current leadership.

These developments have added to growing uncertainty within the APC as preparations for the 2027 elections begin to take shape.

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