Primate Ayodele warns Tinubu: Nigerians in pain, 2027 election brings heat
Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, slammed the Tinubu administration Sunday in a circulating video, declaring "Nigerians are in serious pain" from rising school fees, soaring market prices, and persistent insecurity. The cleric warned that 2027 campaigns will bring "serious heat" and predicted APC supporters face attacks in areas where the party is unwanted.
Ayodele directly told President Tinubu that his inner circle "will ruin your chances" by not telling him the truth. He also warned INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan to protect his integrity or lose it in 2027. The cleric previously forecast Tinubu will struggle in the North and FCT, suggesting the President could only win Abuja through rigging.
Political observers note Ayodele's 2023 election predictions gained attention after some proved accurate. His latest warnings reflect growing frustration among religious leaders over economic hardship. The presidency has not responded to the specific allegations.
With campaigns heating up early, the question becomes: Will Tinubu's team address the pain points Ayodele highlighted, or dismiss them as political noise?