Senate leadership races in Nigeria rarely stay quiet for long, and the contest shaping up around the 11th Senate presidency is already generating heat. Godswill Akpabio, the current Senate President, is reportedly courting President Bola Tinubu's support as he works to secure his position ahead of any challenge.
The person Akpabio appears most concerned about is Hope Uzodimma, the Governor of Imo State. Uzodimma is the APC senatorial candidate for Imo West District in the 2027 elections, and according to reports, he has his eyes on the Senate presidency seat that Akpabio currently occupies.
Akpabio is said to be sending a clear warning to Uzodimma about his ambitions, even as he pulls closer to the presidency for backing. With 2027 still some distance away, the maneuvering happening now tells you everything about how seriously both men are taking this race.
Originally published by Premium Times.