A political storm is brewing in the All Progressives Congress (APC) following an endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027 — made without the presence or mention of Vice President Kashim Shettima.
The endorsement, spearheaded by APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje and North-East Zonal Chairman, Abubakar Kyari, has stirred confusion and unrest within party ranks, particularly in the North-East region where Shettima hails from.
The event, which took place in Bauchi during a party stakeholders’ meeting, saw key leaders throwing their support behind Tinubu, yet conspicuously ignoring his running mate. This move has raised eyebrows and fueled speculations about internal party conflicts or potential shifts in alliances ahead of the next presidential election.
Many observers within the APC are questioning the rationale behind excluding Shettima from such a significant political declaration, considering his strategic importance and regional influence.
The development hints at possible cracks in the ruling party and has set tongues wagging about the dynamics of the 2027 elections — even as the Tinubu administration is just two years into its first term.
