‘North will abandon Tinubu in 2027′ – Primate Ayodele

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, issued a warning to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday, urging him to be strategic in his approach to the Northern part of the country, as they are unlikely to support his second-term ambition.

Primate Ayodele claimed that President Tinubu would face a series of challenges in the North, including gang-ups and betrayal by those close to him. In a statement released by his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele emphasized that leaders in the Northern zone would conspire against Tinubu, diminishing the impact of his efforts.

“Tinubu will encounter numerous obstacles leading up to 2027, as the Northerners will unite against him. Some individuals within his inner circle will betray him. Despite his best efforts, aggressive opposition from certain Northern leaders will undermine his endeavors,” he stated.

The prophet also predicted a strained relationship between the President and his Vice, Kashim Shettima, arising from issues originating in the North. He cautioned about looming political setbacks and tensions affecting the administration’s second-term bid.

“Shettima and Tinubu will experience a lukewarm relationship due to Northern-related issues. The Northerners will oppose Shettima, and rivals will emerge against him. The President must employ strategic measures in dealing with the Northern dynamics, or else he’ll face significant setbacks and political turmoil in his second term,” he further warned.

Primate Ayodele emphasized that the North would continue to grapple with insecurity, poor infrastructure, and education deficiencies until around 2030. He urged Tinubu to remain vigilant, as the Northerners could turn against him. He also cautioned against potential ethnic conflicts, urging collective caution to prevent crises like the Yoruba-Fulani-Kanuri clashes.

“There’s a lack of coherent development strategy for the North in this administration, as the Northerners have impeded progress. Insecurity, inadequate infrastructure, and educational deficiencies will persist in the North, further dividing the region,” he concluded.