Speaker Abbas Endorses Vice President Shettima for 2027 Re-Nomination
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas has publicly supported Vice President Kashim Shettima's re-nomination as President Bola Tinubu's running mate for the 2027 election, citing his dependability in office.
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Nigerian House of Assembly Speaker Tajudeen Abbas has publicly endorsed Vice President Kashim Shettima’s re-nomination as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 general elections. Abbas commended Shettima’s performance since assuming office, describing him as a dependable member of the administration.
According to a report by Peoples Gazette, Abbas highlighted Shettima’s consistent contributions to governance, stating that the vice president had remained dependable since taking office. The Speaker’s remarks follow President Tinubu’s reported decision to retain Shettima as his deputy on the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the upcoming election cycle.
The move has reignited debate over the composition of the presidential ticket, particularly due to the continuation of a Muslim-Muslim candidacy. Naija News reported that political parties have begun reacting to the announcement, with discussions intensifying over the implications of maintaining a leadership pair drawn from the same religious and regional background.
As the 2027 election cycle approaches, the endorsement from a key legislative figure like Abbas signals growing institutional support within the ruling party. However, opposition parties are expected to scrutinize the ticket closely, especially amid ongoing national conversations about inclusivity and representation in governance.