Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has challenged politicians seeking Nigerians’ votes in the 2027 general elections to demonstrate what they can offer citizens now rather than relying on promises of a better future.
Lamido said Nigerians were more concerned about immediate improvements in their living conditions, particularly in the areas of security and the economy, than political promises about what might happen after the elections.
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, the former governor questioned why citizens should be expected to wait for a better tomorrow when they were already struggling with present-day challenges.
He stressed that politicians must give voters convincing reasons to believe in their promises before asking for their support.
“Why should I be told to wait for the future? What are you offering people now to make sure that tomorrow they believe?” he asked.
Emphasising his position, Lamido added that Nigerians wanted practical solutions immediately rather than repeated assurances about the future.
“Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow, no, please give it to me today. I don’t want to follow you tomorrow,” he said.
The former governor also dismissed reports suggesting that he had endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, insisting that he remained committed to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
“I am PDP through and through. I’m voting for PDP. My candidate is Prof. Ono. That’s my candidate for PDP,” he declared.
Lamido further explained that his support for the PDP extended beyond the presidential election to other political positions, including governorship and legislative contests.
Reacting to the proposed Rainbow Coalition reportedly involving the PDP and President Tinubu, Lamido said he had not been contacted or consulted about the arrangement.
“He never called me, never invited me, never consulted me. So I have no idea what he is doing,” he stated.
On the issues that should dominate the 2027 election campaigns, Lamido identified insecurity and economic hardship as major concerns requiring urgent attention.
He urged presidential candidates to explain their plans for addressing these challenges instead of concentrating on political personalities, hate speech and attacks against opponents.
According to him, election campaigns should be centred on policies, practical solutions and the ability of candidates to improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
“The campaign should be on issues: what can you offer?” he said.
When asked who Nigerians should vote for in the forthcoming election, Lamido admitted that he was uncertain about the available political choices, saying he needed divine guidance before making a decision.
However, he again reaffirmed his commitment to the PDP and its candidate.
He maintained that national unity, improved security and economic wellbeing should be among the major priorities of politicians seeking public office in 2027.
His comments add to the growing political debate ahead of the next general elections, with increasing calls for candidates to present clear and realistic plans for addressing the challenges facing Nigerians.
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