Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has approached the court seeking an order to disqualify President Bola Tinubu from contesting the 2027 presidential election over an alleged issue concerning his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate.
Atiku’s legal team is challenging Tinubu’s eligibility, arguing that the matter surrounding the certificate raises questions that should be determined before the next presidential election.
The former vice president is seeking judicial intervention to prevent Tinubu from being presented as a candidate if the court finds that he does not meet the constitutional requirements for contesting the presidency.
The case adds a fresh legal dimension to the political rivalry between Atiku and Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Atiku has previously raised concerns over the credentials and eligibility of political office holders, insisting that candidates for the presidency must meet all constitutional and legal requirements.
The legal challenge is expected to attract significant attention as political parties and presidential aspirants intensify preparations for the 2027 election.
Tinubu’s camp is expected to respond to the allegations and defend his eligibility to contest the election.
The court will determine the merits of the claims and whether the issues raised concerning the NYSC certificate provide sufficient legal grounds to affect the President’s eligibility.
The development comes amid growing political realignments and legal battles as major political actors position themselves for the 2027 presidential contest.
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