Tambuwal, who previously served as Speaker of the House of Representatives, made the remarks while appearing on Politics Today on Friday.…....
During the interview, he discussed the evolving political environment and the shifting alliances already beginning to influence preparations for the next presidential election.
According to the former governor, the political calculations, voter expectations, and coalition-building efforts currently taking place across the country indicate that the circumstances leading to the 2027 election are entirely different from those that shaped the 2023 presidential contest.
He explained that politics remains constantly changing, stressing that both political actors and the electorate continue to adjust their positions based on prevailing national realities.
Tambuwal noted that because of these changing dynamics, it would be inaccurate to assume that the next general election would follow the same pattern witnessed in the previous electoral cycle.
While speaking during the programme, Tambuwal pointed to Nigeria’s Second Republic transition election in 1979 as a more fitting comparison for what may unfold in 2027.
He referenced the political atmosphere of that era, which featured several influential political figures from different parts of the country competing for power under varying ideological platforms.
The former governor mentioned notable personalities such as Shehu Shagari, Obafemi Awolowo, Nnamdi Azikiwe, Aminu Kano, and Waziri Ibrahim as examples of the powerful political actors that dominated the 1979 election period.
“I see a replay of 1979 in 2027 rather than the 2023 general elections. You wait and see. The dynamics of today are different from the dynamics of 2023,” he stated.
Tambuwal’s comments come at a time when political discussions surrounding possible alliances and realignments ahead of 2027 are becoming more intense across the country.
Several politicians have continued to switch parties and hold consultations as preparations gradually begin for the next election cycle.
The former Sokoto governor recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the African Democratic Congress, a move that has generated reactions within Nigeria’s political space.
Despite growing speculation over possible presidential aspirants within his new party, Tambuwal maintained that he would remain neutral until the ADC completes its presidential primary process.
He stated clearly that he would not openly support or endorse any aspirant seeking the party’s presidential ticket before the primary election is conducted.
His remarks also come amid ongoing debates over coalition talks, party defections, and attempts by opposition figures to strengthen their positions ahead of the 2027 elections.
Political observers believe the coming months could witness further alliances and strategic negotiations among major political actors across the country.
