The New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) has argued that the All Progressives Congress (APC) could still be defeated in the 2027 general elections, despite the increasing number of governors and influential politicians aligning with the ruling party.
Gossip News Now reports that the NNPP National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, made the assertion in an interview with Punch, stating that the 2027 polls would ultimately be a battle between Nigerians and the APC.
Johnson criticised governors who defect to the ruling party at a time of severe economic hardship, stressing that many Nigerians can barely afford basic medical care.
According to him, the opposition remains capable of unseating the APC in 2027, as there is sufficient time to mobilise and challenge the ruling party effectively.
He said, “Given the nature of the APC and those within it, it is not surprising that they will employ every possible means to win elections. However, controlling all the governors does not automatically translate to electoral victory. What will decide the outcome is whether Nigerians rise, organise themselves and vote out the APC.
“Even where there are plans to rig elections, massive voter turnout makes such efforts extremely difficult, if not impossible. When announced results contradict the will and mandate of the people, the truth will be evident to the world.
“Therefore, 2027 will be a contest between the Nigerian people and those they perceive as despotic or as living lavishly at the expense of the masses. Each defection by a governor only reinforces the perception that politicians are acting against the interests of the people.
“They appear unconcerned about the suffering of Nigerians. How does one justify a governor defecting to the ruling party when citizens can no longer afford essential drugs, medical treatment or hospital care?
“The opposition can defeat the APC in 2027 because there is still ample time to organise and confront the ruling party. The election will be Nigerians versus the APC, and the people themselves will have the final say.”
