Former Kogi West senator Dino Melaye has sparked discussions regarding the upcoming 2027 presidential election, confidently asserting that he would triumph over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In an interview with Independent Mind Media, Melaye criticized the current government, arguing that anyone running for president under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) would perform “a million times better” than Tinubu, stating that there could never be a worse president than the one currently in office.
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When discussing the prospect of facing Tinubu directly in the election, Melaye expressed certainty about his victory in a fair electoral process. “Let’s have a free and fair election, and I will defeat him decisively. He won’t even be able to rise again,” he asserted. When asked about the location of such a contest, he replied, “In the Federal Republic of Nigeria. If he allows a free and fair election; if not, we will ensure he conducts our election.”
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Melaye also addressed matters within his party, emphasizing that his motivations are not driven by desperation but by a genuine desire for national progress.
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He affirmed his intention to support whoever wins through proper channels within the party. “We need to remove Tinubu. I will back whoever comes through consensus or primaries. We are not desperate; we are focused on improving our country,” he stated.
His comments reflect rising political discourse and strategic preparations for the 2027 general elections, as opposition figures challenge the current administration and advocate for electoral reforms in Nigeria.
