Same Old Politicians in New Clothing: Nigerians, Do Not Be Dece

By Our Reporter

Former presidential aspirant under the Labour Party, Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, popularly known as Fadojoe, has issued a stern warning to Nigerians not to fall for what he describes as the “same old politicians in new clothing” ahead of the 2027 general elections.

In a strongly-worded statement on Wednesday, the leader of the Rescue Movement for New Nigeria lambasted prominent political figures who, according to him, are now masquerading as agents of change after contributing to the nation’s woes for decades.

“It is laughable and deeply insulting to our collective intelligence that the same individuals who wrecked our country, destroyed our economy, collapsed our educational system, and chased away companies and jobs through reckless policies now parade themselves as agents of change,” Fadojoe declared.

He criticized what he called the “Emilokan brand of governance,” saying it represents “an era of arrogance, entitlement, and impunity,” which, in his view, President Bola Tinubu is merely continuing.

“Today, these same failed leaders have rebranded themselves overnight, claiming they want to ‘rescue’ Nigeria. From what, if not the very destruction they orchestrated?” he asked rhetorically.

The activist and politician singled out figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rauf Aregbesola, questioning their credibility and moral authority to lead any meaningful coalition for national recovery.

“Is it Atiku Abubakar and his PDP camp that couldn’t resolve their internal crises? Is it Peter Obi, who proved incapable of leading the Labour Party? Is it Nasir El-Rufai, aggrieved over not getting a ministerial post, despite the pain he left behind in Kaduna State? Is it Rauf Aregbesola, whose years in power both as Governor and Minister left no significant legacy?” he queried.

Fadojoe argued that the flurry of political realignments and emerging coalitions ahead of 2027 are not motivated by patriotism or vision but by “desperation and self-preservation.”

“What we are witnessing is not a coalition for Nigeria, but a coalition of corruption, a coalition of greed, and a setup for yet another failed government in new clothing. It is the same old wine in a new bottle,” he said.

However, he offered hope, urging Nigerians to support a new generation of leaders and movements such as the National Rescue Movement (NRM) and the Rescue Movement for New Nigeria, which he leads.

“A new Nigeria is possible in 2027, but only if we, the people, reject recycled failures and embrace true change,” he said, calling on citizens to guard their votes and reject monetary inducements from political elites.

“Let us remember: Our vote is our power. These gangs of corrupt elites are stockpiling cash not to build roads or improve lives but to buy votes and destabilize democracy. Let us stay alert. Let us guard our conscience. Let us unite,” he concluded.

Fadojoe affirmed his commitment to providing a credible and principled alternative to the current political establishment.

“May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. May God bless you. And may God bless me,” he ended.