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Why the North-East Won’t Tolerate a 2027 Shettima Snub
Given the precedents in 2003 and 2019, where ruling parties refrained from jointly endorsing incumbent presidents and their deputies, Ejiofor Alike contends that the current tension within the APC over the absence of a 2027 endorsement for Vice President Kashim Shettima is both unnecessary and too early.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing internal unrest over the absence of a formal endorsement of Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 election. The controversy peaked during a North-East APC stakeholders’ meeting in Gombe, where a perceived snub led to chaos.
The incident unfolded when the party’s National Vice Chairman (North-East), Mustapha Salihu, endorsed President Tinubu for a second term but omitted any mention of Shettima. Though the oversight was later addressed by Deputy National Chairman Bukar Dalori, who endorsed both Tinubu and Shettima, the damage had been done. Party loyalists reacted angrily, and APC National Chairman Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje—who also failed to mention Shettima during his remarks—was reportedly escorted out by security amid rising tension.
The APC has been actively pushing for an early endorsement of Tinubu, driven largely by growing momentum from opposition forces seeking to unseat the incumbent in 2027. However, the timing of this singular endorsement—less than two years into Tinubu’s first term—has sparked criticism.
Analysts note that no ruling party has historically endorsed both the president and vice president as a joint ticket this early in an electoral cycle. For example, President Muhammadu Buhari was endorsed by 24 APC governors in April 2018, less than a year to the 2019 polls, with no mention of Vice President Yemi Osinbajo at the time.
Similarly, in 2002, the PDP endorsed then-President Olusegun Obasanjo for re-election at a meeting in Ota, Ogun State, without referencing Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Atiku later expressed uncertainty over his political future in a BBC interview, although Obasanjo ultimately retained him as his running mate.
In Buhari’s case, Osinbajo’s running mate status wasn’t confirmed until August 2018—seven months before the 2019 election—despite strong public support from Tinubu and other party leaders.
Critics argue that the APC created this crisis by prematurely pushing Tinubu as the party’s sole candidate for 2027, while failing to address the VP slot. With Vice President Shettima being a loyal figure and effective bridge between North and South, any ambiguity around his future is seen by some as a betrayal—especially given the political marginalisation often felt by the North-East.
While President Tinubu has made no public statement suggesting a rift with Shettima, the omission of his name during key endorsements has fueled speculation. Still, political observers caution against reading too much into these moves, noting that the selection of a running mate has historically been the president’s prerogative—and one typically revealed closer to the election.
In sum, the uproar over Shettima’s fate appears premature. Given Nigeria’s political precedents, it is not unusual for vice-presidential picks to remain unofficial until well into the electoral calendar. Nonetheless, the APC would do well to manage perceptions within its ranks—especially in politically sensitive zones like the North-East—if it hopes to maintain internal cohesion ahead of 2027.
Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.
“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.
He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”
Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.
He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.
“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.
In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.
“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.
Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.
While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.
He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.
The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.
He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.
“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”
The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.
2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.
The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.
As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.
Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.
The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.
Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment
Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.
The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.
According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.
The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.
The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.
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