Yari Appointed APC Campaign DG for 2027 Election

On August 22, 2027, Senator Abdulaziz Abubakar Yari was appointed as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council for the upcoming 2027 election. Aliyu Abubakar Tsafe, a chieftain of the APC, characterized this appointment as a strategic maneuver to bolster the party's political framework in preparation for the presidential race.

Tsafe emphasized that Yari's appointment reflects his years of loyalty, political resilience, and capacity to navigate Nigeria's intricate political, regional, and religious landscapes. He noted that Yari's political career exemplifies the power of patience and restraint in a politically charged environment.

Tsafe praised Yari's extensive experience, strategic instincts, and ability to engage with various stakeholders, including politicians, traditional rulers, and community leaders, which could be pivotal for the APC's campaign strategy as they aim for a second term for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.