APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda says the ruling party’s organisational strength will translate into electoral success in Nigeria’s 2027 elections. Speaking in Abuja, he tells party members and receives political groups aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, arguing that APC’s membership network gives it an advantage over other parties.
Across the outlets, Yilwatda’s message centres on APC’s alleged internal reach and political backing. He cites more than 261,000 executive members and support from 31 governors, and also points to a campaign structure that includes prominent roles for Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima, with other party officials named to lead the presidential campaign council. Some reporting adds that opposition figures are included as state campaign coordinators, reflecting a wider coalition claim.
The election timeline is also reiterated: the Independent National Electoral Commission schedules presidential and National Assembly elections for January 16, 2027, followed by governorship and State Assembly elections on February 6, 2027. Outlets present Yilwatda’s comments as a campaign message aimed at both consolidating support and responding to political challenges ahead of the polls.
