Former media aide to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, Lauretta Onochie, has stated that President Bola Tinubu has not indicated any intention to run in the 2027 presidential election, urging Nigerians to verify any reports suggesting otherwise.
Lauretta Onochie emphasized that there is no public record or statement showing that Tinubu has declared plans for a second term.
On X, Lauretta Onochie tweeted: “Nigerians deserve the truth. If there is any evidence showing @officialABAT has spoken about 2027, I would like to see it. Tinubu has no interest in seeking a second term.”
The former presidential aide claimed that some individuals aligned with the current administration are pressuring political figures, including governors and opposition leaders, to either join their ranks or step back from political activities ahead of the 2027 polls.
“His criminal goons, fearful of being out of relevance, go about harassing current/past governors, and opposition leaders to either join their unholy alliance or suspend political participation till after 2027 elections,” the statement added.
She alleged that those involved are acting out of fear of electoral defeat.
“These same people who know, for a fact that they have lost the 2027 general elections, have already prepared their homes in exile.
“So they have adopted the doctrine of lawlessness, intimidation and impunity. Cowards,” Lauretta Onochie said.
