Tinubu's aide dismisses Makinde, Sowore as inconsequential ahead of 2027 polls

Daniel Bwala, President Bola Tinubu's Special Adviser on Policy Communication, has labeled Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and AAC presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore as inconsequential ahead of the 2027 elections. In a Symponi TV interview, Bwala argued Makinde lacks nationwide political reach and has not nominated a vice presidential candidate. He claimed the governor cannot win presidential election even in Oyo State, citing limited political history beyond his home state. However, Bwala acknowledged Sowore is more popular and recognized across Nigeria than Makinde, though still politically inconsequential. The aide emphasized that presidential ambition requires national relevance and partnerships, suggesting neither candidate meets these criteria. This represents early positioning ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle, with Tinubu's team signaling confidence in their candidate's national appeal and organizational strength versus regional players. Political analysts note this reflects broader calculations about voter perception and candidate viability in the lead-up to party primaries and eventual campaigns.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/20/2027-election-makinde-sowore-inconsequential-tinubus-aide-bwala/