North will unveil position on 2027 presidency in six months, says Hakeem Baba-Ahmed

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former special adviser on political matters to Vice-President Kashim Shettima, has warned that the north may soon take a decisive stand on its political future if the region’s grievances continue to be ignored.

In a video circulating online, Baba-Ahmed called on northerners to remain united and wary of “traitors” who are working to weaken the region from within.

“The north will stand to defend herself, I swear to God,” he said.

“North should be very careful, and avoid traitor politicians and also avoid what might divide them.”

Reflecting on the era of Boko Haram attacks during the campaigns of former President Muhammadu Buhari, Baba-Ahmed recalled how both churches and mosques were bombed in an attempt to destabilise the region.

He stressed the need for unity among all northern groups, including Muslims, Christians, Fulani, Baju, and Mangu.

“You understand now, no politician will come and say, ‘where are the northerners, follow me’. Who are you?” he asked.

Baba-Ahmed said the region has grown more politically conscious following the eight years under Buhari and the ongoing struggles under the present administration.

According to him, the north now demands leadership that truly understands and addresses its realities.

 “By God’s grace, in the next six months, the north will come out and tell their next direction,” he said.

“It’s left for the remaining Nigerians either they follow us, or we go alone. We know nobody will become president without the North.”

Baba-Ahmed also issued a stern warning ahead of the 2027 elections, stressing that any attempt to manipulate the process could trigger dire consequences.

“Conducting a bad election in 2027 may lead to the end of Nigeria, I swear to God,” he said.

The former presidential aide added that northern elders and stakeholders were preparing to take a stand, and the time to act was fast approaching.

“There will be a time we will come out and say it’s okay, and it’s soon. This injustice is over. We know who we are.”