APC Keeps Shettima as Tinubu's Running Mate for 2027 Election

The National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress has officially announced Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election. This ends months of speculation about the party’s presidential ticket.

The announcement happened on Friday at the Continental Hotel in Abuja. During the event, the presidential nomination forms for President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima were presented to the party.

Ibrahim Masari, who is the Special Adviser on Political and Other Matters, submitted the nomination forms on behalf of President Tinubu.

APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda shared the news on X, calling the event a key moment for the ruling party. He said it showed their commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda ahead of the 2027 elections.

“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,” Mr. Yilwatda stated.

He added, “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.”

Mr. Yilwatda pointed out that the submission of the forms by Mr. Masari shows the party’s confidence in the leadership of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima as they look for another mandate from Nigerians.

The event attracted many APC leaders and stakeholders from all over Nigeria. This includes the Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, along with Governors Mai Mala Buni, Nasir Idris, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Uba Sani, Babagana Umara Zulum and Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, among others.

Mr. Yilwatda remarked that the gathering demonstrated unity and a common goal within the ruling party as they prepare for the upcoming elections.

“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,” he explained.

This formal announcement puts to rest months of rumors that President Tinubu might replace Mr. Shettima with a Northern Christian due to worries about the party’s Muslim-Muslim ticket.

With the nomination forms now presented, the APC has clearly confirmed its decision to keep the Tinubu-Shettima ticket as it starts preparations for the 2027 presidential election.