Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Policy Communication, has stirred political debate with his assessment of key opposition figures ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election.
Speaking in comments reported by DAILY POST on June 5, 2026, Bwala suggested that former Anambra State governor Peter Obi could outperform former Vice President Atiku Abubakar at the polls. His remarks have drawn attention as political parties and aspirants begin positioning themselves for the next general election.
According to Bwala, he is concerned that Atiku may struggle to maintain his political influence in what could be one of his final presidential contests. He argued that Peter Obi appears to have stronger electoral prospects and could secure more votes than the former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate.
Bwala stated that one of his fears is that Atiku could finish far behind the leading contenders in the election. He warned that such an outcome could negatively affect the former vice president’s political legacy, given his long-standing ambition to lead the country.
The comments come at a time when discussions surrounding possible alliances, party strategies and candidate selections are already gaining momentum across Nigeria’s political landscape. While neither Atiku Abubakar nor Peter Obi has officially declared a presidential bid for 2027, both politicians continue to feature prominently in conversations about the country’s future leadership.
Bwala’s remarks are expected to fuel further debate among supporters of the ruling party and opposition groups as political calculations ahead of the 2027 election continue to unfold.
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