Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has allegedly started his campaign for the 2027 presidential election after a campaign vehicle, bearing his image, was spotted in a viral post on TikTok.
This sighting has sparked widespread speculation about his intentions for a re-election bid, even though there has been no official announcement from Tinubu or his cabinet members regarding his decision to contest again in 2027.
The vehicle, which features Tinubu’s image and other campaign-related graphics, has ignited conversations across social media platforms, with many Nigerians reacting to the development in various ways. Although it is still early in his first term, which began after his victory in the March 2023 presidential election, the timing of this sighting has caught the attention of citizens and political observers alike.
Tinubu was declared the winner of the 2023 presidential election with 8,794,726 votes, defeating his closest rivals. Despite being only two years into his first term, speculation is rife about his re-election plans. The viral TikTok post has further fueled these discussions, as many people continue to weigh in on the situation and express their opinions in the comment section of the video.
President Bola Tinubu.[/figure]
Some Nigerians were critical of the move, with some suggesting that the funds being used for these early campaigns could be better spent addressing the country’s urgent needs. Others joked about Tinubu’s potential political maneuvers, such as appointing his wife as vice president or his son as governor of Lagos state. Yet, a large number of comments expressed frustration with the idea of another term, citing the country's current challenges under Tinubu's leadership.
Several others questioned how serious the situation is, with comments indicating discontent with the political climate in Nigeria. Reactions ranged from disbelief and criticism to humor and sarcastic remarks about the potential impact on Nigerians in the coming years.
Below are some reactions from Nigerians who shared their thoughts on the viral post:
@adewaleowenomotos: “Another 4 years of Shege Banza? Omo the next one na Shege Danboromba😭😭😭😭😭😭.”
@Alhj Abdoull: “By God’s grace, Tinubu no finish this first tenure.”
@judechukwunyelu: “Another 6 years.”
@I.D jokes: “Tinubu fit use him wife as vice president of Nigeria and Seyi Tinubu as governor of Lagos state o.”
@Asia Sengemenge ✅🇹🇭🇻🇳🇰🇷: “People go still vote for Tinubu and collect money 😂😂.”
@Agba_Sege: “God of thunder, where are you ooo.”
@omooba1: “Only God knows who go witness 2027 and even the oppressor might not witness it.”
@Progress 🇳🇬🇺🇸: “We never finished the season wey e put us o😂n.”
@Bitter Truth 🥶🥶🥶🥶: “Why wasting funds? He should just tell INEC chairman what to do, use the money for something else.”
@Arizona Fx🇺🇸🇩🇴: “Omg, these people get better plans, they want to just spoil Nigeria finish 😩😩. So if we leave this old man, he wants to go for a second term 😂😂.”
@Lawal❤️🦅: “Nigeria is spoiling and Tinubu is busy preparing for 2027. God have mercy.”
@Prince Ademola Adeyinka🇬🇧: “These people don’t even send us. Nigeria is in shambles, and they are already getting ready for 2027. Wow.”
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E don happen! President Tinubu’s 2027 campaign buses spotted somewhere in Abuja 🙆🙆♀️🙆🙆♀️👀👀👀
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