The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially retained Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda announced the development on Friday in a post on X, revealing that the party had formally received the presidential nomination forms of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general election.
Yilwatda described the event as a major milestone that reaffirmed the party’s commitment to advancing the Renewed Hope Agenda and building on the progress recorded under the Tinubu administration.
The announcement comes after months of speculation that President Tinubu could replace Shettima with a northern Christian as his vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 election.
In his post, Yilwatda wrote:
“Today marked another significant milestone in the journey of our great party as I formally received the presidential nomination forms of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, ahead of the 2027 general election. It was a defining moment that reaffirmed our collective resolve to sustain the Renewed Hope Agenda and deepen the progress already being recorded across the country.
“The nomination forms were presented on behalf of President Tinubu by his Special Adviser on Political and Other Matters, Hon. Ibrahim Masari, during a well-attended ceremony at the Continental Hotel, Abuja. The presentation underscored the confidence of our party in the leadership of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima as they prepare to seek a renewed mandate from the Nigerian people.
“The event brought together an impressive array of leaders of our great party, including the Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, alongside Governors Mai Mala Buni, Nasir Idris, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Uba Sani, Babagana Umara Zulum, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, as well as other governors, party executives and critical stakeholders from across the federation.
“The atmosphere was one of unity, confidence and shared purpose. As we move towards 2027, the All Progressives Congress remains focused on strengthening its grassroots support, consolidating the achievements of the Renewed Hope Agenda and working together to build a more prosperous, secure and inclusive Nigeria for all.”
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