Former Speakers Back Tinubu's 2027 Presidential Bid
On September 18, 2026, the Forum of Former Presiding Officers of State Houses of Assembly of Nigeria (FOPSHAN) unanimously endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 general elections. This resolution was made at a summit held at the State House Banquet Hall, themed “Bold Leadership, Bold Reforms: From Subsidy to Renewed Hope – Affecting the Economic Trajectory and Digital Leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Administration.” The event was hosted by FOPSHAN national chairman Senator Wasiu Esinlokun, with former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim serving as Chairman and former Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong as guest speaker.
The Forum committed to mobilizing support across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory for Tinubu's campaign. They called on Tinubu and All Progressives Congress governors to integrate former presiding officers in governance, particularly in appointments and policy formulation.
Francis Nwifuru, Chairman of the Forum Board of Trustees, emphasized the strategic role of former presiding officers in national development.
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