A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Dele Momodu, has predicted turbulent political times ahead for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, suggesting that the Nigerian leader may soon begin to “lose sleep” as shifting political loyalties become more visible.
Momodu made the remarks while appearing on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, where he discussed ongoing political realignments and internal dynamics within the ruling party.
During the interview, Momodu pointed to the recent political movement of Rauf Aregbesola, a former Minister of Interior and long-time associate of Tinubu, who he said has now aligned with the ADC despite their previously close political relationship.
“Nobody knows Tinubu better than Rauf Aregbesola. He was governor in Osun State for eight years and commissioner for works in Lagos State, and he’s now in ADC,” Momodu said.
The veteran publisher also suggested that growing political interest in opposition platforms could signal deeper shifts within Nigeria’s political landscape. According to him, more lawmakers and political figures may reconsider their positions if expectations within the ruling party are not met.
“Look at the preponderance of senators, members of the House and everybody now trooping in,” he said, referring to what he described as increasing movement toward the ADC.
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Momodu, who described himself as making a prediction, said political loyalty could change once individuals no longer see opportunities within their current alignments.
“All those people who are expecting something from him today are pretending like the rattlesnake waiting and hoping they will get something. When they can no longer get it, they will seek their fortune elsewhere,” he said.
He also touched on broader political calculations ahead of future elections, including debates within the ruling All Progressives Congress over its previous Muslim–Muslim presidential ticket and how such considerations could influence future political strategies.
Momodu concluded by reiterating his belief that the coming months may reveal deeper political tensions and shifting alliances that could reshape Nigeria’s political environment.
Political observers say discussions about party loyalty, coalition building and possible realignments are likely to intensify as the country gradually moves closer to the next electoral cycle.