THE National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled Vice President, Kashim Shettima, as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for next year’s presidential election.
This puts an end to speculations and allegations of plans to drop Shettima and replace him with a northern Christian as the party’s vice presidential candidate in the general elections.
National Chairman of the party, Nentawe Yilwatda, who disclosed this on his X handle on Friday, July 10, said “the party formally received the presidential nomination forms of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, ahead of the 2027 general election.”
Yilwatda stated: “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, and His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, 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 Tinubu by his Special Adviser on Political and Other Matters, Ibrahim Masari, during a well-attended ceremony at the Continental Hotel, Abuja.
“The presentation underscored the confidence of our party in the leadership of Tinubu and Shettima as they prepare to seek a renewed mandate from the Nigerian people.”
He added: “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, 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.”
