The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Deputy National Chairman for the North West, Hajia Najaatu Mohammed, has reflected on her political views and the changing mood among voters in Northern Nigeria.
Speaking in an interview published by The Sun Nigeria on Sunday, July 26, 2026, Najaatu recalled the backlash she faced during the 2023 general elections after publicly warning northerners about the possible consequences of voting for Bola Tinubu.Watch video here
According to her, many people dismissed her concerns, with some insulting her because they believed a Tinubu presidency would bring immediate financial benefits and other material gains.
“When I told them in 2023 what would happen if they voted for Tinubu, quite a few of them insulted me because they felt that they would get money from Tinubu. But now, I have been vindicated,” Najaatu said.
However, she said the situation has changed significantly as Nigerians continue to grapple with the country’s economic realities.
Najaatu explained that her visits to local markets now often turn into unexpected moments of public recognition.
She said people who see or hear her frequently gather around her, chanting in support and praying for her while acknowledging that the concerns she raised before the election have, in their view, become evident.
She also stressed her commitment to the people, insisting that she would not betray their interests or compromise her principles for personal gain.
Her comments come amid renewed discussions about the 2023 presidential election and the role Northern Nigeria played in determining its outcome.
Tinubu, who contested under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, secured significant support from the region, aided by influential political figures, governors and alliances that helped strengthen his nationwide campaign.
The Independent National Electoral Commission declared Tinubu the winner after he polled 8,794,726 votes, ahead of Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.
Although Tinubu secured enough votes to meet the constitutional requirements for victory, the economic challenges that have followed have led to growing public debate and a reassessment of political choices in parts of Northern Nigeria.
