Nigerian businessman and political commentator Isaac Fayose has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of creating an increasingly difficult political environment for opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Fayose made the allegations during an appearance on News Central TV, where he criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration and expressed concerns about the treatment of opposition politicians during political activities.
He alleged that the ruling party was attempting to restrict the opposition’s ability to campaign freely, arguing that such developments could affect political competition as parties prepare for the next presidential election.
According to Fayose, the government’s performance and the challenges confronting Nigerians have contributed to widespread public dissatisfaction.
“This is the worst government in the history of our country. You don’t even need to ask me, go to the street and ask,” he said.
He further claimed that about 67 per cent of Nigerians had been expressing dissatisfaction with the administration, although he did not provide evidence to substantiate the figure.
The businessman also compared Tinubu’s administration with that of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing the current situation as “shege pro-max” to suggest that Nigerians were facing even greater difficulties.
His comments reflect his criticism of the government’s handling of national affairs and the economic pressures facing citizens.
However, his description of the administration as the worst in Nigeria’s history represents his personal assessment rather than an independently established conclusion.
Fayose also expressed concern about the future of opposition politics, claiming that the APC was seeking to weaken rival parties and limit their visibility ahead of the 2027 elections.
He cited alleged restrictions on political activities involving opposition figures, including Labour Party chieftain Peter Obi and campaign activities in Akwa Ibom State.
According to him, such incidents raise questions about the ability of opposition politicians to engage voters and organise campaigns without interference.
Fayose also alleged that Tinubu had avoided campaigning because of concerns about public reception, while accusing the administration of attempting to prevent opposition politicians from taking their messages to the streets.
The allegations were made during the television interview and were not independently verified in the account.
Fayose further claimed that the 2027 general election could mark a significant departure from previous elections since Nigeria’s return to democratic rule in 1999, suggesting that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) might not feature on the ballot.
He did not establish that the party would be absent from the election, and the claim remains a prediction rather than a confirmed electoral outcome.
