The All Progressives Congress (APC) may offer President Bola Tinubu an automatic ticket to run again in the 2027 presidential election.
This possible move came to light through information from sources at the APC’s headquarters in Abuja.
According to those aware of the party’s internal discussions, Tinubu could be given the first chance to contest again, based on his current position as president.
The idea of Tinubu returning for a second term comes at a time when some political opponents are joining forces to stop him.
The group includes former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal.
These figures are reportedly working together to offer strong resistance ahead of the 2027 race.
Within the APC, the talk of giving Tinubu the ticket is gaining ground. The party’s National Vice Chairman for the South-East, Ijeoma Arodiogbu, said the final decision depends on both the National Executive Committee (NEC) and the National Working Committee (NWC).
At the last NEC meeting, the party reportedly gave Tinubu its support for a second term, which some believe already sets the tone for 2027.
Still, Arodiogbu admitted that things could change if the NEC chooses a different route.
If that happens, nomination forms might be made available to other interested members of the party.
Also speaking on the matter, the party’s Deputy National Organising Secretary, Nze Chidi Duru, stated that Tinubu has an advantage as the sitting president but said the process will remain open for others who want to challenge him.
He explained that although the president is likely to enjoy some privileges, any member with the ambition to run can still compete if the party allows it.
In the coming months, APC’s decisions and internal arrangements will give more clarity on how it plans to approach the 2027 presidential election.
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