…Urge elders to stop divisive rumours of Shettima’s replacement
From Cyril Mbah, Abuja.
In a move that surprised event the leadership of the All Progressives Congress, Northern Nigeria Youth Leaders Forum (NNYLF) have announced that the group raised N200 million to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nomination forms for the 2027 presidential election.
The National Leader of NNYLF, Alhaji Murtala Muhammad Garba (GAMJI), who announced this in an interview, after the presentation of the cheque to the APC at a gathering on Monday stated that the move was a show of support for Tinubu’s leadership and vision for Nigeria.
Garba emphasized that the support is not limited to the youth, but also has the backing of grand patrons, including Nuhu Ribadu, and tribal leaders from across the 19 northern states.
The NNYLF leader stressed that the decision to support Tinubu was based on his performance in office, citing improvements in security, agriculture, and infrastructure across the country.
Garba noted that the group believes in the unity of Nigeria and the agreement between late President Buhari and Tinubu, which stipulates that the south should complete its eight years in office before the north takes over.
He expressed confidence that Tinubu will win the highest votes in northern Nigeria, citing his achievements and the support of traditional leaders, including the grandson of Tafawa Balewa, the first Prime Minister of Nigeria.
The NNYLF leader urged northern elders to eschew divisive politics and support Tinubu’s re-election bid, emphasizing that the youths are committed to his success.
The event, qhich was attended by tribal leaders, Muslims, and Christians, demonstrates the widespread support for Tinubu’s re-election, with the NNYLF vowing to ensure his victory in the 2027 presidential election.
.Urge elders to stop divisive rumours of Shettima’s replacement
meanwhile, The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed as baseless and speculative, reports suggesting that Vice President Kashim Shettima might be replaced as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 general elections.
In a statement, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, described the stories as “purely speculative, untrue and utterly baseless”, urging media organizations to refrain from spreading rumours.
Morka emphasized that the party’s focus remains on supporting President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima in delivering the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and implementing reforms.
The APC called on its officials to avoid stoking speculations and instead focus on diligent service to the government and the party, highlighting Tinubu’s achievements.
The statement comes amid growing media speculation about possible changes to the APC’s presidential ticket for 2027 but the party’s stance aims to quell the rumours and maintain stability ahead of the elections.
The APC also urged Nigerians to ignore the speculations and focus on the government’s efforts to improve the economy and living conditions.
The party’s commitment to its Renewed Hope Agenda remains unwavering, with Tinubu and Shettima leading the charge, the statement emphasised.
