Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has asserted that Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, stands a stronger chance of defeating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election. In a post on X on Thursday, El-Rufai argued that Obi, rather than former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, would pose a more serious challenge to Tinubu—especially if he selects a strong vice-presidential candidate from the North. He further noted that Obi's widespread grassroots appeal and massive youth support make him an even greater threat to Atiku’s political ambitions. “Atiku is a force to be reckoned with. He also feels the stars have finally aligned in his favour,” he wrote. “And although 2019 is thought to have been his best shot, this may be one of those ‘moment meets the man’. “However, the sheer force of Obi’s numbers and cult like follower-ship brings a challenge. His appeal across the youth & this younger generation is one profound aspect of his leverage. Obi, as a flag bearer with a strong Northern candidate, would defeat Pablo on election day before our dear mother of the nation — Aunty Remi finishes his breakfast around noon.”