A social media post reacting to a protest in Ibadan has gone viral, with the user claiming that the Southwest region could turn against President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections.
The post, shared by X user Shehu Gazali Sadiq, reads: “Looking at the protest in Ibadan yesterday, the Southwest may reject Tinubu in 2027. Bro, Tinubu is cooked.” The statement, posted on a verified account, quickly drew attention and sparked debate over what the Ibadan demonstration signals for the president’s political future in his home region.
The protest in Ibadan was one of several recent demonstrations across Nigeria expressing frustration over the cost of living, fuel prices, and economic hardship. While the exact size and demands of the Ibadan protest were not detailed in the post, the reference to it as a turning point suggests growing discontent even in the Southwest, a region widely considered Tinubu’s political base.
Tinubu, a former Lagos governor, built much of his political influence in the Southwest over two decades. His victory in the 2023 presidential election relied heavily on support from the region, even as he lost Lagos State to the Labour Party’s Peter Obi. The idea that the Southwest might “reject” him in 2027 is therefore significant, as it would undercut a key pillar of his electoral coalition.
The phrase “Tinubu is cooked” is Nigerian slang indicating that someone is in serious trouble or politically finished. Its use reflects the tone of online political commentary, where frustration with policy outcomes is often expressed in blunt, viral language.
There is no official data yet showing a measurable shift in Southwest voter sentiment since the 2023 election. However, protests and social media reactions serve as early indicators of public mood. Economic pressures, including inflation and currency depreciation, have affected all regions, and the Southwest has not been exempt.
Political analysts note that voter loyalty in Nigeria is not static. While regional and ethnic ties remain influential, economic performance and perceived delivery of campaign promises increasingly shape decisions at the ballot box…See More
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