Under current political pressure, Tinubu's past tenure as Lagos Governor is being leveraged in a political offensive led by Obasanjo and the Alliance for Democracy.
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Updated Sep 11
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Under current political pressure, Tinubu's past tenure as Lagos Governor is being leveraged in a political offensive led by Obasanjo and the Alliance for Democracy.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Olusegun Obasanjo pledged his support for Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid.Sub-event
Political intervention targeting Tinubu using his past role as Lagos Governor.1 source
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The entities involved
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu
12th Governor of Lagos (1999–2007) and President of Nigeria since 2023
- The Rainbow Coalition hosted receptions in Rivers State and Tinubu made appointments benefiting the state, indicating political support for his re-election bid.
- The African Democratic Congress reacted to an INEC ruling on state congresses, noting similar actions against the PDP and urging the judiciary against Tinubu's influence.
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Lagos
largest city and former capital of Nigeria
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Olusegun Obasanjo
nigerian president (1999-2007) and military leader (1976–79)
- On August 2, 2026, multiple distinct events occurred: Atiku challenged Obasanjo regarding his public outbursts; Nigeria called for South African compensation for xenophobic attacks; and the APC advised Tinubu to curb excess funds given to governors.
- Macroeconomic issues in Nigeria are being discussed, including how Tinubu's policies affected debt revaluation, while Obasanjo reduced the national debt burden and Naira depreciation impacted external debt.
Related events
- President Tinubu faces political challenges, including attempts to weaken Lagos State and disapproval from Buhari.
- Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate for the African Democratic Congress, challenged Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections.
- Tinubu launched a campaign flag-off while his administration implemented economic reforms, drawing criticism from Atiku Abubakar.
- Nigeria struggles economically while China drives innovation, with the event also referencing historical roles of Obasanjo and Tinubu.
- President Tinubu, a leader in Nigeria, spoke at an event held in Lagos on October 19, 2026.