President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a swipe at critics from the growing political opposition, declaring that members of certain political coalitions are nothing more than “internally displaced politicians” who have lost relevance in the nation’s democratic structure.
Speaking during a high-level meeting at the Presidential Villa, Tinubu dismissed the rhetoric from opposition alliances as mere noise, saying:
“Don’t pay attention to these Coalition people. They are political IDPs – displaced not by conflict, but by the will of the people.”
The President’s statement, laced with sarcasm and sharp political wit, triggered waves across the country’s political landscape, as many see it as a direct response to recent criticism by the opposition bloc targeting his administration’s economic and security strategies.
Tinubu’s remarks reflect a growing confidence in his leadership amid ongoing reforms and a reshuffling of power dynamics in Nigeria’s political theatre.
Political observers believe the President’s labeling of the coalition as “political IDPs” could redefine the discourse ahead of 2027, framing the opposition as unstable, desperate, and seeking political shelter.
While opposition figures are yet to respond officially, insiders hint that a fiery counterattack may be imminent.
For now, Tinubu’s message is clear: the ruling party is moving forward — and the Coalition? Merely watching from the sidelines.
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