Shettima Highlights Tinubu's Support for Atiku in 2007
Vice-President Kashim Shettima stated that President Bola Tinubu provided significant political support to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar in 2007 after Atiku was expelled from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Shettima remarked that Atiku approached Tinubu, referred to as the "Lion of Bourdillon," for assistance during his political turmoil.
He highlighted Tinubu's ongoing support for northern politicians, including Nuhu Ribadu in the 2011 presidential election and the late Muhammadu Buhari during the 2015 and 2019 elections. Shettima urged Nigerians to consider Tinubu's historical political relationships with northern leaders when evaluating his administration and his re-election campaign for 2027.
This statement was made during an event on Saturday, emphasizing Tinubu's influence and connections within northern politics.
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