Publisher of Ovation Magazine and politician, Dele Momodu, has stirred political discussions after sharing a campaign-style poster on social media depicting himself as the running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Momodu posted the image on his Facebook page on Monday, alongside a message advocating national reconciliation, re-orientation, and reconstruction as Nigeria prepares for another electoral cycle.
In his remarks, Momodu suggested that the 2027 presidential contest is likely to be dominated by incumbent President Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar, whom he identified as the leading contenders in the race.
According to him, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) should embrace a fresh political strategy that bridges generational divides by bringing together older and younger leaders, as well as experienced politicians and technocrats.
“It promises to be the battle of the Tians. A third force, hopefully, may show up, like it did in 2023, but not with enough fire power and tenacity to upstage, and obliterate, the two elder statesmen,” Momodu stated.
He argued that such an approach would promote national unity and help address the growing political and social tensions confronting the country.
The media entrepreneur further emphasized the importance of stronger collaboration between Northern and Southern Nigeria, warning that existing national challenges could deepen if political leaders fail to take deliberate steps toward unity and inclusive governance.
Momodu also called for a return to issue-based politics and leadership inspired by the ideals of Nigeria’s founding fathers, including Nnamdi Azikiwe, Ahmadu Bello, and Obafemi Awolowo.
The poster has since generated reactions across social media, with political observers interpreting it as a signal of Momodu’s continued alignment with Atiku and his interest in playing a prominent role in the opposition’s strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.
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