APC Lawmaker Projects Tinubu to Win 65% of Votes in 2027 Election
Abdulmumin Jibrin, the member of the House of Representatives representing Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency in Kano State, said on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday that President Bola Tinubu will secure at least 65 percent of the total votes cast in the 2027 presidential election. Jibrin cited Tinubu’s growing popularity among Nigerians and noted that the former Lagos State governor has no record of losing an election. He also praised Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike as an asset to the All Progressives Congress (APC), highlighting Wike’s sacrifices for the party, including his role in making Rivers State an APC stronghold, and urged APC governors to regard Wike as one of their own.
This projection matters because it reflects internal APC confidence ahead of the 2027 election and signals Wike’s rising influence as a unifying figure within the party. Such statements from a sitting legislator can shape public perception, affect opposition campaign planning, and underscore the importance of party cohesion in Nigeria’s next electoral cycle. The endorsement of Wike also highlights ongoing efforts to reconcile APC factions after past tensions.
Readers should note that this is a projection from a party-affiliated lawmaker, not an independent poll, and consider the speaker’s political allegiance when assessing its reliability. For full context, viewers can watch the interview clip embedded in the original Channels Television report. With Tinubu’s projected 65% vote share, how might opposition parties adjust their strategies for 2027, and what independent data sources should voters consult to gauge the president’s actual electoral prospects?