Primate Elijah Ayodele has made a fresh prediction about President Bola Tinubu and his plans if he wins the 2027 presidential election.
The cleric claimed that Tinubu could move Nigeria’s capital from Abuja to Lagos if he secures another term in office. According to Daily Post, Ayodele made the prediction while speaking about the political developments expected ahead of the 2027 election.
Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, said the proposed relocation would be part of Tinubu’s plans if he returns to power. His statement comes at a time when political activities are already building up ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The prediction is likely to generate debate, especially because Abuja has served as Nigeria’s capital since 1991, when the seat of government was officially moved from Lagos.
Lagos, however, remains Nigeria’s commercial hub and one of the country’s most important economic centres. Meanwhile, Ayodele has continued to speak about the 2027 election and the political challenges facing Tinubu.
The cleric had previously warned the president to pay closer attention to the North as he prepares for the election. He said Tinubu would need stronger relationships with northern political, traditional and religious leaders to improve his chances in the region.
Ayodele also warned that relying on young political movements alone would not be enough to secure widespread support for the president. However, his latest prediction about the capital has added another twist to his series of comments on Tinubu’s second-term ambition.
The 2027 presidential election is expected to attract intense political competition as major opposition figures and parties position themselves for the contest.
For now, there is no indication from the Presidency that Tinubu plans to relocate Nigeria’s capital to Lagos. Ayodele’s claim therefore remains a prediction rather than an announced government policy.
