A United States-based political advisory and lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has said that the United States will not allow Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu to rig the 2027 general elections.

Von Batten-Montague-York made the assertion in a post on its verified X handle on Thursday.

The firm also alleged that, regardless of political leaning, there is a growing consensus that the Nigerian government and its leader, President Bola Tinubu, represent a bastion of corruption.

According to the firm, Tinubu appointed an individual whom the US Department of Justice said had embezzled billions from Nigeria’s treasury during a previous administration to serve as Nigeria’s current minister in charge of the nation’s budget.

“The US cannot afford to allow President Tinubu to rig the upcoming Nigerian election.

“This level of lawlessness in the Nigerian government puts Nigeria on a path similar to those seen in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso.

“Free and fair elections in Nigeria are essential to protecting US interests in Nigeria and the broader region,” the firm tweeted.

Plateau United technical adviser, Gbenga Ogunbote, has expressed disappointment over his side’s slow start in their matchday five clash against Doma United.

The Peace Boys fought back from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw against their hosts at the Pantami Stadium on Wednesday night.

Doma United took a commanding 2-0 lead through a brace from Michael Adegbite, but Plateau United responded with goals from Gideon Monday and Paul Samson to earn a share of the spoils.

Ogunbote admitted that his team was careless in conceding both goals.

“It was good that we were able to get this one point; it wasn’t an easy one,” Ogunbote said in his post-match interview.

“I think we were careless to concede those two goals. As much as we appreciate the one point, it was like a two-goal loss.”

The experienced coach also called on the club’s supporters to continue backing the team as they work to build greater cohesion.

“All I will say is for the fans to continue to support us in every capacity because the team is still a work in progress,” he added.

“The synergy between the new and old players is not there yet, but we will get it right in subsequent matches.”