JUST IN: North-Central APC Stakeholders Endorse President Tinubu for 2027 Re-Election
Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nigeria’s North-Central geopolitical zone have formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office, ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The endorsement followed a motion moved by Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and seconded by Governor Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger State. It was adopted during a high-level meeting held on May 21, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja.
The communique issued at the end of the meeting credited Tinubu’s “sterling performance” and reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda, citing progress in infrastructure, agriculture, education, and economic stability across the zone. Leaders also praised his inclusive appointments of North-Central indigenes into key federal positions.
Key Points:
- Endorsement for 2027: North-Central APC leaders unanimously passed a vote of confidence in President Tinubu and endorsed his re-election bid.
- Attendance: Top APC figures from the region attended, including governors, ministers, National Assembly members, and party officials.
- Support for APC Leadership: The communique reaffirmed support for APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje and praised his push for internal party reforms and electronic registration.
- Call for Legislative Stability: Ganduje raised concerns about the high turnover of lawmakers and proposed party-led advocacy to retain performing legislators.
The resolution emphasized the region’s commitment to strengthening the APC’s grassroots structures, deepening national unity, and working with Tinubu to achieve long-term economic prosperity and security.
