APC Convention 2026: Tinubu Arrives Amidst Praise for Economic Reforms
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived at Eagle Square in Abuja for the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention on Friday night, March 27, 2026. The event, which drew thousands of delegates, saw key party figures and supporters rallying behind the president ahead of the 2027 elections.
Tinubu's Arrival and Delegates' Presence
President Tinubu arrived at the venue around 8:10 PM, three hours after his scheduled time according to the official program. He was joined by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, who had arrived earlier. According to the Media Sub-Committee for the convention, a total of 8,453 delegates from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) converged at Eagle Square. These delegates included top federal administration officials, highlighting the event's significance within the party.
Seyi Law Credits Tinubu for Economic Recovery
Nigerian comedian and staunch APC supporter Seyi Law, who serves as the senior special assistant on entertainment and tourism to the Ondo State governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, publicly praised President Tinubu during the convention. In a statement, Law credited Tinubu with rescuing Nigeria from the brink of economic collapse, noting that the president inherited a struggling economy with net foreign reserves at barely $1 billion. He emphasized that the economic reforms introduced early in Tinubu's administration in mid-2023, such as the removal of the petrol subsidy and the naira float, have produced measurable gains despite initial shocks, volatility, and instability. Law stated, "This is a man I am willing to stake everything on, because he brought Nigeria back from economic collapse. This is the only administration that has had the shortest ASUU strike ever."
APC Chieftain Backs Tinubu's Leadership
Alhaji Saidu Ugonoh, a chieftain of the APC and former Kogi State governorship aspirant, described the party's 2026 national convention as a bold statement of support for President Tinubu. Speaking from the convention venue, Ugonoh congratulated Tinubu and the APC on the occasion and commended the president for what he termed "transformational reforms" under the Renewed Hope agenda. He asserted that these reforms have significantly impacted the Nigerian economy, reinforcing the party's confidence in Tinubu's leadership as the 2027 elections approach.
Convention Agenda and Political Implications
The APC national convention was held to elect a new national chairman and other national officials, marking a critical moment for the party's internal structure. The gathering of over 8,000 delegates underscores the APC's organizational strength and unity. With key figures like Tinubu, Shettima, Akpabio, and Abbas in attendance, the event served as a platform to solidify support and strategize for future political endeavors. The praises from supporters like Seyi Law and Saidu Ugonoh highlight the administration's efforts to address economic challenges and build a positive narrative around its policies.
As the convention progressed, it became clear that the APC is positioning itself strongly for the upcoming electoral cycle, with Tinubu's reforms at the forefront of its campaign messaging. The event not only showcased party cohesion but also emphasized the ongoing debates around economic recovery and governance in Nigeria.
