2027: Northern Politicians Eye Kwankwaso, Tambuwal as VP Options in Search for Tinubu’s Successor

Political leaders from Northern Nigeria are reportedly facing a tough choice regarding who to support in the upcoming presidential election. According to sources cited by the Nigerian Tribune, worsening economic conditions and rising frustration—especially among young people—are causing a sense of unease in the region.Continue Reading>>>

Reports suggest that many Northern leaders are unhappy with the state of the nation, feeling the North has borne an unfair share of the difficulties. Although they supported President Bola Tinubu in the previous election, they now express disappointment, believing the North has not received the expected benefits.

There are lingering concerns about potential unrest, given the large-scale protests seen during the #EndBadGovernance movement. The surge in youth-led demonstrations in the North has intensified fears that similar protests could arise again.

While the 2027 general election is still a few years away, Northern elders are reportedly already working to identify credible candidates who could mount a strong challenge to the current administration.“Some prominent politicians in the North-West have been meeting to discuss potential candidates who could seriously compete against President Tinubu in the next election,” an anonymous source told the Sunday Tribune.Several aides to Northern governors have confirmed these discussions, emphasizing that the 2027 election is becoming a significant concern for high-profile Northern politicians, including their principals.

These politicians are also considering the implications of opposing President Tinubu after backing him in 2023, weighing the possible impact on regional interests.Another challenge for Northern leaders is finding a candidate who would gain broad support across the North while addressing potential opposition strategies, such as the issue of zoning and Southern interests.Continue Reading>>>

Northern leaders believe their best option is to support a well-known Southern politician,” a source explained, “but they worry about finding someone from the South who could match President Tinubu’s influence and resources.”Though no official decisions have been made, sources suggest a shortlist of candidates is starting to take shape, with potential running mates also under discussion.

A credible individual from the North-West is likely to be chosen as the running mate,” one source shared, mentioning Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Kano State governor, and Alhaji Aminu Tambuwal as potential choices.“At this stage, Northern politicians are still searching for a strong candidate for 2027. Many of them are unlikely to support the current administration again,” the source concluded.