Cleric and Nigerian zones rally support for Tinubu ahead of 2027
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A Nigerian cleric has publicly rallied support for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid, joining endorsements from all six geopolitical zones and influential groups such as Ogun monarchs and traders. This consolidated backing strengthens Tinubu's position within the ruling APC party as it prepares for the upcoming elections. Meanwhile, opposition factions including a PDP subgroup and some public figures have openly criticized this support, reflecting ongoing political tensions.
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- •The cleric publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 elections on March 26, 2026.
- •All six geopolitical zones in Nigeria held APC congresses endorsing Tinubu's candidacy by March 26, 2026.
- •Ogun monarchs and traders mobilized support for Tinubu's re-election and Adeola's gubernatorial bid as of March 26, 2026.
- •A faction of the PDP led by Turaki declared it improper for the PDP to back Tinubu amid ongoing peace talks on March 26, 2026.
- •President Tinubu tasked new APC National Working Committee members with commitment to party ideals on March 28, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the APC maintains unified support for Tinubu through all geopolitical zones Tinubu's re-election campaign will likely gain strong momentum, increasing his chances of winning the 2027 presidential election.
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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Tinubu tasks new APC NWC members on commitment to party idealsAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)2027: It’s improper for PDP to back Tinubu, Turaki-led PDP declares amid peace talksAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)‘Cubana Chief Priest, Obi Cubana, others won’t vote for your father’ – Actor Austin Emmanuel to Seyi TinubuAFRICA