Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has issued a stark warning to Nigerians regarding the 2027 presidential election. He cautioned against supporting the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing a possible Atiku presidency as a destructive ‘hurricane’ that would devastate the country.
Speaking on Monday during an appearance on Channels TV’s Politics Today program, Lawal stated, ‘I am trying to protect you from the impending storm. Atiku’s hurricane will devour you; it will swallow you whole.’ He emphasized that electing Atiku could lead to catastrophic consequences for the nation.
Lawal further expressed his preference between the two major contenders, saying that if forced to choose between Atiku and President Bola Tinubu, he would select Tinubu without hesitation. ‘As problematic as Tinubu’s current administration may be, he would still make a far better president than Atiku,’ he asserted.
The relationship between Atiku and Babachir Lawal soured following the ADC primary elections, according to DAILY POST reports. Lawal’s comments come amid growing political tensions as the 2027 elections approach.