On July 30, Melaye shared images of himself with Abubakar, labeling him the next president of Nigeria and using local slang to suggest President Tinubu feels intimidated. The posts drew quick replies, with supporters seeing it as an endorsement for 2027 and critics calling it unrealistic given Abubakar’s past losses in 2019 and 2023. Melaye, known for outspoken support of Abubakar, sparked amusement, rebuttals, and reminders of Tinubu’s successful run amid early election buzz.
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