In a heated political exchange, Hon. Alhassan Doguwa, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources, has responded to Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso's assertion that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would face a significant backlash in the upcoming 2027 elections. Doguwa countered that Kwankwaso has yet to recover from his defeat by President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 elections, asserting that the APC remains strong and resilient [969eb143].
Doguwa highlighted the economic strides made under President Tinubu's administration since he took office on May 29, 2023. He noted that the administration has attracted over $30 billion in foreign direct investments and successfully reduced the debt-service ratio from 97% to 68%. These developments, according to Doguwa, reflect a commitment to improving Nigeria's economic landscape [969eb143].
Furthermore, Doguwa pointed to significant security achievements, including the elimination of over 300 Boko Haram and bandit commanders, as evidence of the government's effectiveness in tackling security challenges [969eb143]. He expressed optimism about the country's future economic stability, reinforcing the APC's position ahead of the 2027 elections [969eb143].
Meanwhile, the Yoruba Council of Elders (YCE) has also voiced concerns about northern political maneuvers aimed at undermining President Tinubu, warning against attempts to sway former President Goodluck Jonathan into opposing him. The YCE emphasized the importance of unity among the Southwest in the face of these challenges [aa3744e5].