The All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed six zonal campaign coordinators to spearhead its 2027 presidential campaign across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones, with sitting governors and senators taking up the key roles. The appointments, announced on 28 August 2026, span every region in the country, drawing on a mix of executive and legislative figures within the ruling party's fold.
Governor Uba Sani to lead North-West campaign
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State will coordinate the APC's presidential campaign across the North-West zone. He has been an active figure in the party's structure since his election and is expected to mobilise support across Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kebbi, and Jigawa states.
The North-West is a crucial battleground, and Sani's appointment signals the party's focus on consolidating its base in the region.
Sanwo-Olu, Bago, Otu take charge of their zones
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will oversee the South-West zone, which includes Nigeria's commercial capital. His appointment is widely seen as significant given Lagos's outsized political and economic weight within the region.
Governor Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger State will lead the party's campaign efforts across the North-Central zone. The zone, which includes Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, covers some of the most politically contested states in the country.
Senator Bassey Otu has been appointed to coordinate the South-South zone, a region with considerable oil wealth and a complex political landscape. His experience in the Senate positions him to navigate the zone's diverse interests on behalf of the party.
Mbah and Sheriff to handle South-East and North-East
Governor Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State will coordinate the South-East, the zone that has historically been a stronghold of opposition parties. His appointment reflects the APC's continued push to deepen its presence in the region ahead of 2027.
Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, a veteran Nigerian politician, takes on the North-East zone. He brings decades of political experience to the role, having previously served as Governor of Borno State and as a party chairman, making him one of the most seasoned figures among the six appointees.
The full list of the campaign council was shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the party. In related news, former Kaduna Senator Shehu Sani published a list of 16 campaign promises he believes Nigerians should treat with deep scepticism, warning citizens not to be swayed by politicians who make pledges they have no intention of honouring. Sani, a rights activist and former legislator known for his outspoken commentary on Nigerian politics, opened with a direct challenge to voters to engage their critical thinking before accepting any such vow from what he called "bourgeoisie politicians."
