Former Senator representing Osun West, Senator Mudashiru Husain, has criticized the newly emerging political coalition between Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Nasir El-Rufai, calling it a superficial alliance driven by personal ambition rather than a unified national vision.
In a statement released to journalists on Sunday, Husain dismissed the opposition’s bid to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 as both unrealistic and lacking the foundational elements of unity, patriotism, and credible leadership.
“No coalition, no matter how broad or loud, can remove President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from office,” Husain said.
He argued that President Tinubu, in just two years, has already put Nigeria on a “progressive path,” which even some critics have begun to acknowledge. According to the former senator, the so-called opposition coalition is a convergence of familiar political figures bound not by shared principles or a coherent national agenda, but by personal grievances and political aspirations.
“What binds them is not vision, not unity, not even shared principles. What they share is ambition—often personal and, in many cases, driven by old grudges,” Husain stated.
Doubt Over Opposition Cohesion
Husain pointed to the internal divisions among the coalition members as a clear indication of its instability. He referenced Peter Obi’s unwavering commitment to the Labour Party, which complicates any genuine attempt at forging a united front.
He also cited the continued defection of opposition members to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as evidence of the ruling party’s enduring appeal and the opposition’s lack of cohesion.
“Defections from their ranks to the APC continue, which speaks volumes about where true leadership lies,” he remarked.
A Confident Outlook Toward 2027
As a two-term House of Representatives member and former APC governorship aspirant, Senator Husain expressed confidence that the 2027 elections would reaffirm the leadership of President Tinubu.
“This is not just about politics. It’s about legacy, continuity, and the kind of leadership Nigeria needs now more than ever,” he concluded.
Husain’s remarks come amid heightened political manoeuvring ahead of the 2027 general elections, as opposition figures explore possible alliances to challenge the incumbent administration.
