Opposition Will Cry Rigging After Tinubu’s 2027 Victory – Akpabio

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said opposition parties are likely to accuse the ruling party of rigging if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu secures victory in the 2027 presidential election.

Akpabio made the remark on Wednesday while receiving members of the City Boy Movement during a courtesy visit to his office at the National Assembly.

Describing the group as a fast-growing political force, the Senate President commended its efforts in mobilising support for Tinubu’s re-election, saying the movement has continued to make its presence felt across the country.

According to him, the City Boy Movement would help ensure that the President has adequate representation at polling units nationwide, preventing the loss of votes experienced in previous elections.

He urged members of the movement to intensify voter education and mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general election, stressing that while they remain active, opposition parties were not engaging voters with the same level of commitment.

Akpabio said that once Tinubu’s victory is announced in 2027, critics would likely claim the election was manipulated.

“When the victory of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is announced, people will begin to say it was rigged. Ignore such comments and remain focused,” he said.

The Senate President also encouraged the youths to see the movement as an opportunity to prepare themselves for future leadership, noting that active political participation would equip them with valuable leadership and organisational skills.

As the Grand Patron of the City Boy Movement, Akpabio praised young Nigerians who embrace constructive political engagement instead of crime, cultism and drug abuse, assuring them of the National Assembly’s support.

He further urged members to remain disciplined, focused and committed to nation-building, warning that individuals with great potential must avoid actions capable of destroying their future.

Earlier, the Director-General of the City Boy Movement, Francis Shoga, said the visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration with the National Assembly and seeking continued support for the group’s programmes to promote youth participation in politics and national development.