Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, endorses President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027. Both outlets report that the decision is communicated through a statement following a caucus meeting, with Vanguard saying the meeting takes place at the residence of Afenifere leader Chief Reuben Fasoranti in Akure.
In explaining its endorsement, the group points to Tinubu’s commitment to restructuring and other stated policy priorities. The Punch also reports that Afenifere seeks a credible election, framing the endorsement alongside a call for conditions that would allow a fair electoral process.
While both sources agree on the endorsement and the broad reasons given, they differ slightly in emphasis: Vanguard focuses more on the communiqué and Tinubu’s agenda, while The Punch foregrounds the group’s demand for credibility in the 2027 election.
