Kano APC Throws Weight Behind Tinubu for 2027 Presidency
In a significant political development, leaders of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State have unanimously endorsed President Bola Tinubu as the party's exclusive presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. This decisive move came during strategic meetings convened by former governor and ex-national chairman of the APC, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, with party stakeholders from across the state's 44 local government areas.
Building Consensus Through Strategic Meetings
The endorsement sessions took place at Ganduje's residence on Miyangu Road in Kano, where the former governor emphasized the necessity of early political alignment to strengthen internal party cohesion. Ganduje declared that these gatherings were specifically organized to deepen harmony within the state chapter and reinforce their commitment to the Tinubu-led federal government in Abuja.
During the meetings, Ganduje issued clear directives to ward and local government leaders, instructing them to reopen all party offices and maintain continuous political activities. He specifically tasked delegates and executives to return to their respective communities and publicly declare President Tinubu as their preferred and sole presidential choice for the 2027 contest.
Strengthening Party Structures and Membership
Beyond the presidential endorsement, the meetings addressed crucial party organizational matters. Ganduje announced plans to revitalize the party's digital registration system, revealing that three trained personnel from each local government would manage the membership drive. This initiative aims to significantly boost APC membership figures before campaign activities commence in earnest.
The gathering attracted numerous prominent APC figures, including former governor Kabiru Gaya, federal lawmaker Alhassan Ado Doguwa, former governorship candidate Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, his running mate Murtala Sule Garo, and state chairman Abdullahi Abbas. However, the absence of two senior political figures drew particular attention among observers: Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau and Minister of Housing and Urban Development Yusuf Abdullahi Atta were notably missing from the proceedings.
This early consolidation of support for President Tinubu in the politically significant state of Kano demonstrates the APC's strategic approach to the 2027 elections. The party appears focused on establishing clear leadership direction well in advance to prevent internal conflicts and maintain a united front as the next election cycle approaches.
