By Jelili Gbadamosi
Human rights activist Aisha Yesufu has urged President Bola Tinubu to focus on addressing Nigeria’s economic challenges rather than engaging in political confrontations with opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Yesufu made the call in a post on her official X handle on Tuesday, while expressing concerns over alleged intimidation and attacks against opposition politicians and their supporters.
The Bring Back Our Girls campaign co-convener accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of presiding over worsening economic hardship, hunger and poor governance.
She argued that Nigerians were increasingly dissatisfied with the country’s situation and remained determined to use the 2027 elections to seek political change.
“Whatever they bring, we are ready,” she declared.
The activist warned that alleged attacks on opposition figures, electoral manipulation and intimidation of supporters would not discourage Nigerians from participating in the electoral process.
Her comments followed reports of attacks involving opposition candidates and supporters in Sokoto and Ekiti states, amid growing political activities ahead of the next general elections.
Yesufu maintained that citizens should be allowed to freely express their political choices without fear or intimidation.
She further insisted that addressing the welfare and economic concerns of Nigerians should take priority over political battles as the country approaches the 2027 polls.
