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Tinubu has no serious challenger for 2027 presidency – Tanko Yakasai
Elder statesman, Alhaji Tanko Yakasai has expressed strong confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is virtually unbeatable in the 2027 presidential election.
In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Sunday, Alhaji Yakasai said Tinubu remains the most dominant figure in Nigerian politics, citing his vast support base and the fragmented state of the opposition.
“Right now, I don’t see anyone with the structure, reach, or capacity to seriously challenge Tinubu,” Yakasai stated.
He pointed to the president’s advantage of incumbency, loyalty from ministers and governors, and even backing from elements within the opposition as major strengths.
“Tinubu has solid control of the political system. Most governors, his ministers, and even some opposition leaders are with him. That kind of influence can’t be ignored,” he added.
Yakasai also dismissed reports suggesting that northern political bodies have endorsed a presidential candidate for 2027, describing such claims as personal opinions without institutional backing.
“To my knowledge, neither the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) nor the Northern Elders Forum has formally endorsed any candidate. The North as a region hasn’t made a collective decision,” he clarified.
He noted that internal divisions within opposition parties are further boosting Tinubu’s re-election prospects.
When asked to assess the Tinubu administration’s performance, Yakasai declined to give a verdict but emphasized the need for politicians to shift their focus from personal ambition to national development.
“Our leaders must start putting the country first,” he said.
“We’ve been divided for too long along ethnic and religious lines. It’s time to promote ideas and programs that unite and move Nigeria forward.”
Reflecting on his own life, Yakasai—who will turn 100 in December—attributed his longevity to divine grace and family genetics, revealing that both of his parents lived long lives.
“I’m blessed with over 80 children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. It’s all by the grace of God,” he said with a smile.
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU FORWARDS NEW AMBASSADORIAL LIST TO SENATE, NOMINATES DAMBAZAU, IBAS, CHIOMA OHAKIM AND OTHERS
By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
4-DEC- 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted a fresh set of ambassadorial nominations to the Senate, featuring a mix of distinguished public figures and seasoned professionals drawn from across the country.
Among the notable nominees are former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau; former Chief of Naval Staff and immediate past sole administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas; former senator Ita Enang; and Mrs. Chioma Ohakim, former First Lady of Imo State.
The President formally transmitted two comprehensive lists containing 34 career and 31 non-career ambassadorial nominees, bringing the total number of nominees awaiting Senate confirmation to 68.
The newly submitted lists mark another significant step in the administration’s ongoing diplomatic restructuring, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s representation and presence across global missions.
The Senate is expected to commence screening and confirmation proceedings in the coming days.
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