The battle for public support ahead of the 2027 elections is increasingly moving beyond campaign rallies, with electricity supply becoming another major point of political disagreement.
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council over its defence of President Bola Tinubu’s record in the power sector.
Atiku’s position is that Nigerians need dependable electricity in their homes and businesses, not just announcements, financial interventions and promises.
The criticism comes amid continuing public frustration over power supply, with households and businesses still dealing with the cost of alternative energy sources.
The APC, on the other hand, has defended the Tinubu administration’s efforts in the electricity sector, setting the stage for another exchange between the ruling party and the opposition.
With the 2027 presidential election approaching, electricity is likely to remain a major campaign issue. Nigerians will be watching closely to see which political camp can present convincing evidence of progress and a practical plan for improving power supply.
For voters, the debate is simple: they want electricity that works, not another political argument.
