While Datti Baba-Ahmed’s emphasis on impeccability highlights the need for a moral baseline, suggesting it is the sole requirement to unseat an incumbent in Nigeria overlooks the harsh realities of our political landscape. In practice, elections here are often decided by complex party structures, deep-rooted regional sentiments, and the financial capacity to mobilize voters across vast geographical zones. While a spotless record is undoubtedly a powerful campaign tool, it rarely triumphs over the "structure" and grassroots machinery that have historically dominated the process. Ultimately, personal integrity is a vital asset for a candidate, but it typically needs to be coupled with widespread political alliances and a compelling economic narrative to stand a chance against the formidable weight of incumbency.