Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to Vice President Kashim Shettima, has declared that the North will play a decisive role in determining Nigeria’s political future ahead of the 2027 elections. In a widely circulated video, Baba-Ahmed emphasized that no candidate can secure the presidency without Northern support, urging unity among Northern groups regardless of religion or ethnicity.
He cautioned against internal betrayal and political division, warning of individuals working to undermine the North’s influence.
Reflecting on past efforts to destabilize the region through violence, he stressed the importance of collective vigilance across ethnic and religious lines.