Key Takeaways
- President Bola Tinubu has submitted his nomination forms for the 2027 presidential election.
- Senator Kashim Shettima will be his running mate for the election.
- The submission ends speculations about a potential change in Tinubu's deputy.
- The move confirms Tinubu's decision to retain Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 general election.
President Bola Tinubu has submitted the name of Senator Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 Presidential election, ending weeks of speculations about a potential change in his deputy. The submission of the nomination forms was made by Ibrahim Masari, Special Adviser to the President on Political Affairs, to APC leaders at Continental Hotel, Abuja.
Those who attended the event included Governors Hope Uzodimma (Imo), Mai Mala Buni (Yobe), Abba Kabir Yusuf (Kano), Nasir Idris (Kebbi), Uba Sani (Kaduna), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), and Babagana Zulum (Borno). The submission formally confirms Tinubu’s decision to retain Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 general election, a move that has been perceived as a significant development in the country's political landscape.
The submission of the nomination forms marks the formal commencement of Tinubu’s bid for a second term on the APC platform, with Shettima again completing the party’s presidential ticket. According to Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications to the President, arrangements are now being concluded for the official announcement of Shettima as Tinubu's running mate.
Next Steps
With the submission of the nomination forms, the APC can now focus on its campaign for the 2027 presidential election. The party is expected to unveil its campaign strategy and manifesto in the coming weeks, outlining its plans for the country's development and growth.
Why This Matters
The confirmation of Shettima as Tinubu's running mate has significant implications for the country's politics, as it ends speculations about a potential change in the presidency and provides clarity on the APC's ticket for the 2027 election. This development is expected to have a major impact on the country's political landscape, shaping the course of the upcoming election and the future of the nation.