Kabir Akingbolu, a constitutional lawyer, has said that Nigeria’s opposition parties stand a better chance in future elections if they unite under a single political direction rather than operate separately. He made the statement while assessing the country’s political alignment ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to a video posted on the Official YouTube channel of TVC News Nigeria on Thursday, June 4, 2026, Akingbolu discussed the fragmented nature of opposition politics in Nigeria and how it affects their electoral strength. He said during the programme, “When the eggs are scattered, you cannot get anywhere,” stressing that division weakens political effectiveness against a more organised ruling structure.
He argued that opposition parties often fail to present a unified front, noting that personal ambition and internal disagreements continue to affect their chances at the polls. According to him, a coalition or stronger alignment would give them a clearer path to challenging incumbents.
Akingbolu further stated that political success in Nigeria is not only about criticism of the ruling party but also about structure, coordination and strategy. He maintained that voters are increasingly interested in clear plans and unified messages rather than multiple competing opposition voices with similar goals but different approaches.
He also questioned the consistency of opposition ideology, saying many parties appear to lack clearly defined political identities or long-term policy direction. He explained that this makes it difficult for the electorate to fully understand what each party represents beyond the desire to take over power.
In his words, “It is not enough to say we want to wrestle power from the president,” adding that political parties must clearly define what they intend to do differently if given the mandate.
Akingbolu concluded that while competition is a natural part of democracy, fragmentation within opposition ranks often leads to repeated electoral disadvantages. He suggested that strategic unity could significantly alter political outcomes in future elections if properly managed.