Several outlets report that Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is intensifying efforts to rally support from Nigerians living abroad ahead of the 2027 presidential election. According to the reports, diaspora mobilisation forms part of the party’s broader strategy to secure President Bola Tinubu’s re-election and strengthen its campaign machinery. The United States chapter of the APC is described as taking a leading role, urging members of the Nigerian diaspora to actively back Tinubu’s second-term ambition. The party views Nigerians abroad as an important political bloc, citing their influence, remittances, advocacy capacity, and potential to affect international perceptions of the Tinubu administration’s performance.
The mobilisation is also presented as aligning with wider APC preparations for the 2027 polls. One report notes that the party has announced recruitment of millions of polling unit officials nationwide and is leveraging support groups such as the Renewed Hope Ambassadors to build grassroots momentum. Party leaders reportedly plan to highlight achievements of the Tinubu administration—particularly economic reforms, infrastructure development and security—to appeal to diaspora voters. Further details on specific diaspora events and strategies are expected in the coming weeks.
