Alake Praises Tinubu's Strategic 12-State Campaign Plan

Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development and spokesperson for the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, praised President Bola Tinubu for his decision to focus campaign rallies on 12 strategically important states ahead of the 2027 general elections. In an interview with the Nigerian Television Authority, Alake argued that these states are crucial for electoral success and emphasized that Tinubu, as a sitting president, must balance governance with campaigning.

He noted that unlike in 2023, when Tinubu was not the incumbent, he cannot afford to campaign extensively across the country while managing presidential responsibilities. Alake defended the president's limited campaign appearances, stating that it should not be seen as a lack of commitment to the elections.

He acknowledged the significant demands of the presidency and expressed admiration for Tinubu's resilience and stamina in handling the workload associated with governing Nigeria.