2027: Nigerians need relief now, not promises of future gains — Lamido
By Juliet Umeh
Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has urged Nigerians to demand immediate improvements in their lives rather than accept promises of future benefits from government policies. Speaking on Channels Television, Lamido emphasized that voters are looking for security and quality of life today.
“Why should I be told to wait for the future? What are you offering people now to make sure that tomorrow they believe?” Lamido questioned, insisting that the government needs to provide tangible benefits in the present.
He expressed frustration with the refrain of “tomorrow, tomorrow,” stating, “No, please give it to me today. I don’t want to follow you tomorrow.”
Additionally, Lamido denied endorsing President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, reaffirming his commitment to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). “I am PDP through and through. I’m voting for PDP. My candidate is Prof. Ono. That’s my candidate for PDP,” he declared.
Lamido extended his support to elections at all levels, including councillorship and governorship positions. When questioned about rumors that the PDP might cooperate with Tinubu under a proposed “Rainbow Coalition,” he stated he had not been consulted regarding such discussions. “He never called me, never invited me, never consulted me. So I have no idea what he is doing,” Lamido said.
On the upcoming 2027 campaigns, Lamido urged candidates to concentrate on the nation’s pressing issues, particularly security and the economy, and to communicate clear plans for addressing these concerns. “What are the issues in Nigeria? Security issues in the economy, these are the main issues,” he noted.
He advised voters to evaluate candidates based on their capacity and commitment, rather than political affiliations or rhetoric. Furthermore, he cautioned against the dangers of hate speech and divisive campaigning, urging politicians to focus on what they could offer to the Nigerian people.
“The campaign should be on issues: what can you offer?” Lamido remarked, criticizing campaigns that focus on personalities and division.
When asked about which candidates voters should support, Lamido expressed uncertainty about the options available, stating, “When you go in there, say, ‘God, please guide me,’ because I’m confused. I don’t know who to vote for,” while reaffirming his support for the PDP candidate.
He concluded by asserting that national unity, security, and economic wellbeing should remain central to political discourse, regardless of the election’s outcome.
