2027: Are These People Parading As Opposition Credible Enough To Present An Alternative? – Shehu Sani

Former lawmaker who represented Kaduna Central at the National Assembly, Shehu Sani, has questioned the integrity of those currently positioning themselves as alternative leaders ahead of the next general election.

Naija News reports that as political realignments gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, Senator Sani has stressed the need for a vibrant and credible opposition, warning that democracy cannot thrive without it.

Sani spoke at a press briefing in Kaduna while reacting to the multiple investigations and legal charges surrounding former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai.

According to the former lawmaker, many individuals now claiming to be opposition figures were part of previous administrations, which, he said, contributed to Nigeria’s current challenges.

Shehu Sani maintained that Nigerians must look beyond familiar political actors in 2027 and demand leaders with proven integrity.

He said, “I must warn Nigerians we need an opposition, we need opposition in any democracy because without opposition a nation stands the chance of sliding into grief.

“But the question you have to ask yourself is are these people who are parading themselves as opposition, are they credible enough to present an alternative to each and every one of us. These are questions we must ask them.”