Abuja:President Bola Tinubu assured Nigerians that governance will not be overshadowed by election campaigns as the country approaches the 2027 presidential election. This assurance came during the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) at the State House.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Tinubu emphasized that his responsibilities as president will continue without interruption, highlighting the importance of focusing on national priorities. He committed to maintaining engagement with Nigerians regarding his administration’s achievements and ongoing initiatives, while delegating the coordination of campaign activities to the Council.
The President stressed the necessity of fulfilling financial obligations and attracting investors to boost Nigeria’s economic growth, underscoring the need for continuous governance. He stated, “The job must go on. We have bills to pay. The American creditors cannot wait.”
Tinubu also expressed confidence in the APC’s readiness for the 2027 elections, framing the inauguration as a recommitment to the party’s covenant with the Nigerian people. He urged the Council members to communicate the party’s vision and achievements to communities nationwide.
Additionally, Tinubu called on APC governors, lawmakers, and party leaders to remain committed to nation-building and not to take past electoral successes for granted. The event was attended by notable figures including Vice-President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The APC Presidential Campaign Council, led by Director-General Sen. Abdulaziz Yari, will commence its campaign activities in Kaduna on October 24.