APC Confirms Tinubu and Shettima for 2027 Presidential Run
The All Progressives Congress has officially confirmed President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima as its presidential ticket for the 2027 election, meeting INEC's submission deadline.
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally confirmed President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima as its presidential and vice-presidential candidates for the 2027 general election. The announcement was made by APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, affirming the party’s early consolidation around the incumbent leadership.
According to Vanguard News, the party met the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) deadline for candidate submission, reinforcing its organizational preparedness ahead of the electoral cycle. Yilwatda emphasized the APC’s confidence in its political strategy, stating, “We’re not afraid, Tinubu going in with 12 million bloc votes,” suggesting a strong base of support the party intends to mobilize nationwide.
The confirmation, reported by Naija News, underscores internal party unity at this stage of the electoral timeline, with no indication of a primary contest for the presidential nomination. By securing Tinubu and Shettima as the official ticket early, the APC signals a bid to dominate the political landscape and consolidate governance continuity.
While the claim of 12 million bloc votes has not been independently verified, it reflects the APC’s narrative of electoral strength as opposition parties gear up for a competitive campaign. The Independent National Electoral Commission has not commented on the validity of such figures.