The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has strongly criticized the recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu as the sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election by governors under the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform. In a statement issued on Thursday, CUPP’s National Secretary, Peter Ameh, asserted that this move signals “deep unease” within the ruling party and has raised serious concerns among Nigerians.
Ameh suggested that the decision by APC elected officials appears to stem from a “fear of rejection” by an electorate currently grappling with severe economic challenges. According to him, such an adoption will not truly reflect the will of the Nigerian people, whose votes will ultimately determine the outcome of the next election.
“The recent motion at the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Summit, where the Governor of Imo State and Chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum moved for President Bola Tinubu to be adopted as the sole candidate for the 2027 presidential election, seconded by Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State, has raised significant concerns among Nigerians,” Ameh stated.
He further elaborated, “This unprecedented move, just two years into President Tinubu’s term, signals deep unease within the APC camp amid widespread public dissatisfaction with the harsh economic realities facing the nation.”
CUPP contends that the adoption of Tinubu as the sole candidate for 2027 does not genuinely reflect the will of the Nigerian populace. “Nigerians across the country view this move as a troubling indication of the APC’s disconnect from the masses and an attempt to undermine the democratic process,” Ameh added.
The coalition also sent a stern warning regarding the integrity of future elections. “We wish to make it clear that the events of the 2023 elections were merely a precursor to the collective resolve of the people. We stand united in our commitment to resist any attempts to manipulate, steal, or rig the 2027 elections. The Nigerian electorate will not be silenced, and we will ensure that our voices are heard through the power of our votes.”
