Reporting by The Punch indicates that the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has suggested that Nigerians might eventually advocate for a constitutional amendment to allow President Bola Tinubu to serve more than two terms. The monarch praised the President’s “administrative prowess,” citing a significant rise in foreign reserves and improvements in the value of the Naira.
The Oba argued that the foundation laid by the “Renewed Hope” agenda is so vital that eight years might not be sufficient to fully realize its benefits. He described Tinubu as a “decisive leader” who has succeeded where previous presidents were overwhelmed by political pressure.
The Nation echoed these sentiments, noting that “Shettima and governors hailed President Tinubu’s reform agenda,” while Leadership quoted the monarch saying, “Tinubu has demonstrated uncommon leadership.”
Echotitbits take: Third-term talk is a sensitive political “third rail” in Nigeria. While it currently sounds like a lone monarch’s praise, keep a close eye on whether this narrative gains any traction within the APC’s legislative circles.
Source: The Punch – https://punchng.com/nigerians-may-seek-third-term-for-tinubu-oluwo/, March 30, 2026
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