2027: Joe Igbokwe Labels Opposition Plotting Tinubu’s Removal as Appointment Bandits

Joe Igbokwe, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has taken a swipe at political figures reportedly plotting to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing them as “appointment bandits.”

In a strongly worded post on his official Facebook page, Igbokwe alleged that those behind the campaign to remove President Tinubu are largely individuals dismissed from the previous administration led by former President Muhammadu Buhari over allegations of corruption or poor performance.

“All the bad politicians, all those PMB sent packing during his tenure for corruption, all those he sent away for non-performance, and all the appointment bandits are the ones who want to defeat PBAT in 2027 abi? Make we dey play,” Igbokwe wrote.

His comments appear to be directed at a growing coalition of disgruntled APC figures, some of whom previously served in high-ranking positions during Buhari’s administration.

InfoStride News gathered that at least four former ministers—Rotimi Amaechi (Transportation), Abubakar Malami (Justice), Hadi Sirika (Aviation), and Rauf Aregbesola (Interior)—are among those reportedly unhappy with the current administration and are said to be working behind the scenes to thwart Tinubu’s re-election bid.

The emerging rift within the APC comes amid mounting speculations about internal divisions and rival power blocs seeking to assert influence ahead of the next electoral cycle.

Political observers note that while President Tinubu maintains a firm grip on the party’s national structure, the growing dissent among some ex-ministers and prominent stakeholders may test the ruling party’s unity as 2027 approaches.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, Igbokwe’s remarks highlight rising tensions within the APC and signal the party’s readiness to challenge any efforts aimed at destabilising Tinubu’s administration.