A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ambassador Nurain Abayomi Mumuni, on Wednesday, appealed to political officeholders and politicians to allow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to deliver his campaign promises instead of dragging him into the 2027 presidential race.
Mumuni made the call in the wake of a series of meetings held by some politicians ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The APC chieftain, in a statement made available to journalists through his media aide, Rasheed Abubakar, said Nigeria was currently grappling with significant socio-economic issues that have affected the livelihoods of millions of citizens.
He, however, said it was the collective duty of the political class to prioritise the well-being of the citizens over personal ambitions or political posturing.
The APC chieftain noted that efforts being made by some politicians to campaign for Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election were too early.
Mumuni enjoined other politicians to set aside personal ambitions and campaign aspirations for the time being.
He said Nigerians were currently looking for hope, direction, and tangible solutions to tackle the current challenges facing the country instead of focusing on 2027 ambitions.
He urged politicians to rise above partisan politics, focus on the pressing challenges faced by ordinary Nigerians, and refrain from
discussing the 2027 general elections.
He said: “We stand at a pivotal moment in our nation’s history, one that requires solidarity, focus, and unwavering support for the President of our great nation. As we continue to face the profound challenges of hardship, hunger, and poverty, it is crucial that
we allow our President the necessary space and time to implement the transformative agendas promised during the campaign.
“The nation is currently grappling with significant socio-economic issues that have affected the livelihoods of millions of
Nigerians. It is our collective duty to prioritize the well-being of our citizens over personal ambitions or political posturing. The agenda set forth by the President is a comprehensive roadmap aimed at revitalising our economy, ensuring food security, enhancing healthcare, and promoting education—initiatives that, if fully supported, have the potential to uplift the Nigerian populace.”
He said while the temptation to focus on the upcoming 2027 elections might be strong, “we must recognise that premature political campaigning will detract from the essential work that lies ahead.
The period leading up to the elections should not be a time of division or distraction; rather, it should serve as an opportunity for all political actors to rally behind the President, encouraging progress rather than undermining it.
“I urge our esteemed political leaders to set aside personal ambitions and campaign aspirations for the time being. Let us unite in a common goal—to uplift Nigeria, foster economic stability, and promote peace and unity among our people. There will be ample time for campaign strategies and electoral debates in the future, but our nation’s current needs must take precedence.
“Our people are looking for hope, direction, and tangible solutions. Let’s work together to provide that. It is time to rise above partisan politics and focus on the pressing challenges faced by ordinary Nigerians.
“I call on every political leader, party member, and stakeholder to give the President the chance he deserves to fulfil the promises made to the people of Nigeria. In doing so, we can create an environment where our nation can thrive, paving the way for a brighter future for all. Together, let us commit to building the Nigeria we aspire to see—one rooted in prosperity, peace, and collective growth.”