Former Lagos Deputy Governor raises alarm over alleged moves to weaken opposition parties before the 2027 general elections.
Fresh political tension is brewing ahead of the 2027 general elections as former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Kofoworola Bucknor-Akerele, accused the ruling APC of allegedly pushing Nigeria toward a dangerous one-party system.
The elder stateswoman did not hold back as she warned that every attempt to cripple opposition parties and silence dissenting voices would ultimately fail. According to her, democracy thrives on strong opposition, and any effort to dominate the political space could trigger serious consequences for Nigeria’s democratic future.
Bucknor-Akerele’s comments come amid growing debates over the increasing influence of the APC across several states and political institutions. Political observers have repeatedly raised concerns about defections, court battles involving opposition parties, and alleged intimidation of rival political figures ahead of the next election cycle. Social media reactions have also intensified, with many Nigerians debating whether the country is gradually drifting toward a single-party structure.
She insisted that Nigerians would resist any attempt to undermine democratic competition, stressing that the opposition still has a critical role to play in holding the government accountable. Her remarks have already sparked heated conversations across political circles, especially among opposition supporters who fear the shrinking space for alternative voices.
Meanwhile, supporters of the APC have dismissed such allegations, arguing that the party’s dominance is a reflection of political acceptance and electoral strength rather than suppression. However, the controversy is expected to fuel fresh political clashes as the countdown to 2027 intensifies.
With the political atmosphere already heating up, Bucknor-Akerele’s warning may further deepen conversations about the future of democracy, power concentration, and political survival in Nigeria.