Fresh political controversy has erupted after Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) chieftain, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, boldly declared that former Cross River State governor, Donald Duke, would defeat both President Bola Tinubu and Peter Obi if Nigeria conducts a truly free and fair election…WATCH VIDEO HERE
Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV, Baba-Ahmed described Duke as one of the most competent and widely accepted political figures in the country, arguing that many Nigerians have failed to recognize his political strength.
According to him, Duke possesses the leadership qualities and national appeal needed to emerge victorious at the polls if electoral processes are transparent and credible.
The PRP stalwart compared Duke’s current position to that of Peter Obi before the 2023 election, insisting that many people initially underestimated Obi’s popularity before witnessing the massive support he eventually attracted nationwide.
Baba-Ahmed suggested that a similar mistake could be made by those dismissing Duke’s chances ahead of the 2027 political season.
The former vice-presidential candidate also reignited debate over the 2023 presidential election by criticizing the timing of the result announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
He questioned why the election outcome was officially announced in the early hours of the morning, arguing that Nigerians should not overlook the circumstances surrounding the declaration.
Baba-Ahmed expressed concern over what he described as irregularities in the electoral process and maintained that the timing of the announcement raised serious questions about transparency.
His remarks are already generating intense reactions across political circles, especially as conversations surrounding potential contenders for the 2027 presidential election continue to gather momentum.
With Donald Duke now emerging as the PRP’s presidential candidate and opposition parties exploring various strategies ahead of the next election cycle, Baba-Ahmed’s comments are expected to fuel fresh debates about who stands the best chance of challenging the ruling party in the battle for Nigeria’s highest office.
Fresh political controversy has erupted after Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) chieftain, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, boldly declared that former Cross River State governor, Donald Duke, would defeat both President Bola Tinubu and Peter Obi if Nigeria conducts a truly free and fair election…WATCH VIDEO HERE
Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV, Baba-Ahmed described Duke as one of the most competent and widely accepted political figures in the country, arguing that many Nigerians have failed to recognize his political strength.
According to him, Duke possesses the leadership qualities and national appeal needed to emerge victorious at the polls if electoral processes are transparent and credible.
The PRP stalwart compared Duke’s current position to that of Peter Obi before the 2023 election, insisting that many people initially underestimated Obi’s popularity before witnessing the massive support he eventually attracted nationwide.
Baba-Ahmed suggested that a similar mistake could be made by those dismissing Duke’s chances ahead of the 2027 political season.
The former vice-presidential candidate also reignited debate over the 2023 presidential election by criticizing the timing of the result announcement by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
He questioned why the election outcome was officially announced in the early hours of the morning, arguing that Nigerians should not overlook the circumstances surrounding the declaration.
Baba-Ahmed expressed concern over what he described as irregularities in the electoral process and maintained that the timing of the announcement raised serious questions about transparency.
His remarks are already generating intense reactions across political circles, especially as conversations surrounding potential contenders for the 2027 presidential election continue to gather momentum.
With Donald Duke now emerging as the PRP’s presidential candidate and opposition parties exploring various strategies ahead of the next election cycle, Baba-Ahmed’s comments are expected to fuel fresh debates about who stands the best chance of challenging the ruling party in the battle for Nigeria’s highest office.
