Race for Tinubu’s nod: How ‘Baba Sope Politics’ is shaping next elections

Nigerian politicians—including governors, senators and lawmakers—are abandoning their parties to back President Tinubu’s faction, a trend dubbed “Baba Sope politics.” This mass realignment is reshaping alliances ahead of the 2027 general elections,

As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general elections, a remarkable wave of political realignments is sweeping the country. Governors, senators, House of Representatives members, and other key political players are abandoning their former platforms ... The post Race for Tinubu’s nod: How ‘Baba Sope Politics’ is shaping next elections appeared first on Vanguard News.