“If Peter Obi is on the ticket, that’s the fastest way to lose; Atiku not a match for Tinubu” – Minister Musawa

Hannatu Musawa, Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture and Tourism, has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) risks losing the 2027 presidential election if it fields Peter Obi as its candidate.

Speaking on the latest episode of the Mic One podcast with Seun Okinbaloye, Musawa also evaluated former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s prospects, describing him as a strong contender but not on par with President Bola Tinubu.

“I don’t think Atiku is a match for Tinubu, though he is a formidable opponent. As much as I respect him as a patriot, he is not Tinubu’s equal in this race,” she said.

Musawa further argued that nominating Peter Obi would be the quickest route to defeat for the opposition. She added that if ADC were to choose Atiku as its flagbearer, it would indicate the party does not recognize the convention that the South should retain the presidency.

“And if it’s Atiku on that ticket, it suggests the ADC does not recognize that the South should maintain power,” she noted.