APC Denies Plans to Replace Shettima with Tinubu for 2027 Elections

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has refuted rumors suggesting a potential replacement of Vice President Kashim Shettima with Bola Tinubu as the running mate for the 2027 general elections. In a statement released on January 26, 2026, signed by the party's National Public Secretary Felix Morka, the APC dismissed the reports as baseless and aimed at causing confusion.

The party emphasized that there have been no discussions within the party regarding changing the current presidential ticket. The APC urged media organizations to refrain from spreading unverified rumors and focus on supporting the current administration's agenda.

The party highlighted that the focus should be on President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima's efforts to drive reforms and improve the economy. The APC advised party leaders and government officials to avoid making statements that could fuel unnecessary speculation about the upcoming elections.