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Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Kuje Area Council Chairman, Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo, has issued a stern warning to residents, threatening to resist anyone who plans to vote against the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. In a video clip that has gone viral on social media platforms, Shekwolo declared his unwavering loyalty to President Bola Tinubu and the APC, stating he will not tolerate opposition within his council area. He emphasized that support for the ruling party is non-negotiable, citing ongoing developmental projects in Kuje as justification for his stance.
Shekwolo’s statement comes amid growing political tensions across Nigeria as parties begin preparations for the 2027 elections. Speaking directly to residents in the video, he said, “I have said in my area council that it’s either you are for the APC or you leave the area council. I am not arguing about it at all.” He further explained that he cannot accept residents opposing the APC after benefiting from the government’s interventions led by President Tinubu and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The chairman pointed to infrastructure improvements and other development initiatives as evidence of the administration’s commitment to the people of Kuje.
He made it clear that he would use his position of authority to prevent any form of resistance to the APC during the upcoming electoral process. “You know why? I cannot have the Minister and the President doing what they are doing, then on the day of the election, you will now say you want to match me. I will not agree,” he stated emphatically. His words reflect a growing trend in some local governments where political leaders are leveraging their administrative powers to influence voter behavior and consolidate party support.
The video has sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians criticizing the chairman’s approach as undemocratic and authoritarian. Critics argue that such statements undermine the principles of free and fair elections, which are foundational to Nigeria’s democracy. Others, however, defend Shekwolo’s position, suggesting that leaders should be allowed to advocate for their preferred candidates and parties, especially when they believe those leaders have delivered tangible results.
Despite the controversy, Shekwolo remains firm in his position, declaring, “It’s either you are with us or you are against us.” This declaration underscores the high stakes of the 2027 elections and the increasing polarization within Nigerian politics. As the country prepares for another critical electoral cycle, statements like this may shape voter perceptions and influence campaign dynamics in key constituencies like Kuje. The coming years will test how democratic institutions and citizens respond to such assertions of political control.
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