Duke emphasized that the failure of opposition leaders to unite is a critical issue, noting that the combined votes of Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso in 2023 could have dramatically changed the election's outcome. "If they had banded together, Bola Tinubu wouldn’t have stood a chance," he stated.
Despite his aspirations to lead, Duke is more concerned about the direction of the country than his personal ambitions. "I don’t have to be president. I want to be part of a team that can fix this country," he said, stressing the importance of collaboration.
Reflecting on the past, Duke remarked, "So, fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. We are now in a situation where we’re repeating the mistakes of 2023. We haven’t learned."
He called for opposition leaders to first agree on their vision for the nation before selecting a candidate to represent them. "Let’s first agree on where we want to take the country, and then decide who is best to articulate that vision," he urged.
Duke’s departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the PRP underscores his commitment to finding a viable alternative for Nigerians disillusioned with the current government. He believes that the lessons from the last election must be internalized to avoid past blunders.
The former governor of Cross River State's comments reflect a growing concern among stakeholders about the potential fragmentation of opposition votes in the upcoming election.
As the political landscape evolves, Duke's call for unity among opposition parties resonates louder than ever. "This is about more than just me; it’s about ensuring that we can finally get the country to work," he concluded.
With the 2027 elections on the horizon, the urgency for a cohesive opposition strategy has never been more critical.
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