Reactions After BAT Aide Said He Hasn’t Seen Anyone Who Voted BAT In 2023 And Now Want To Vote Obi

Reactions have trailed a statement by Dada Olusegun, an aide to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, claiming that he has not encountered anyone who voted for Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election but now intends to vote for Peter Obi in 2027.

Olusegun made the remark in a post on his official X account on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, where he wrote, “Not seen one person who voted PBAT in 2023 and now wants to vote Obi in 2027.”

The statement has generated discussions on social media amid growing political conversations ahead of the 2027 general election. It has also drawn attention to the debate over whether President Tinubu could lose some of the supporters who helped secure his victory in the 2023 presidential election.

Tinubu, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), won the 2023 presidential election, defeating several contenders, including Peter Obi, who contested under the Labour Party.

Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, remains a prominent figure in Nigeria’s opposition politics and has continued to attract attention from supporters who advocate for changes in the country’s political leadership.

Olusegun’s statement appears to challenge claims that some Nigerians who supported Tinubu in 2023 may reconsider their political choices ahead of the next presidential election. However, his post did not provide evidence or specific examples to support his observation.

The comment has further fuelled discussions about the popularity of both political figures, the performance of the Tinubu administration, and the possible direction of voters in 2027.

As the next presidential election approaches, the political atmosphere is expected to become increasingly competitive, with supporters of different parties seeking to persuade Nigerians to back their preferred candidates.

The reactions to Olusegun’s post reflect the continuing debate over voter loyalty, public opinion and the potential strength of opposition candidates ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

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