2027: Nigerian Voters, Not Political Rallies, Hold the Mandate

The meeting between the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria and President Bola Tinubu has revived debate about hardship, insecurity, electricity, infrastructure and the direction of the country. The bishops raised concerns affecting ordinary Nigerians, while the Presidency defended its reforms. Both government and its critics have a right to speak, but citizens must look beyond propaganda and judge the facts for themselves. The Constitution makes clear that sovereignty belongs to the Nigerian people. Government exists to protect the security and welfare of citizens, while eligible Nigerians have the right to register and vote. As 2027 approaches, voters should assess candidates by their record, competence, ideas, integrity and understanding of everyday challenges. Nigerians should not vote solely because of ethnicity, religion, region or party loyalty. Rally crowds do not always represent the wider electorate, and vote-buying cannot solve the problems of electricity, jobs, healthcare, education, roads, insecurity or the cost of living. A small payment today cannot compensate for four years of poor governance. Let the government, opposition, faith leaders and media make their arguments. But Nigerians must think independently, reject vote-buying and hold leaders accountable. The mandate belongs to the people, and the consequences of every election remain with them.

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