Former Kogi State senator Dino Melaye has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of desperation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Melaye made the remarks while reacting to reports involving the head of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) and an alleged campaign fundraising effort.
He questioned the appropriateness of using a senior government official or public institution in connection with political fundraising, arguing that such activities could raise concerns about the use of public resources and the independence of government institutions.
According to Melaye, the development reflects what he described as growing desperation within the Tinubu administration and the ruling APC as the 2027 elections draw closer.
The former lawmaker has been a vocal critic of the administration, frequently challenging its economic policies and political strategy.
The 2027 elections are expected to intensify political activity across the country, with major parties and political actors already positioning themselves ahead of the contest.
The allegations surrounding the reported fundraising activity have yet to be independently established, and neither the Presidency, the APC nor the NRS boss has been quoted in the claim as admitting wrongdoing.
Political parties are expected to step up fundraising, mobilisation and campaign activities as the election approaches, amid renewed debate over the role of public officials and institutions in partisan politics.
