Shettima visits Tinubu after APC retains him as vice-presidential candidate for 2027
Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima has been confirmed as the running mate for President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 general election. The APC officially submitted the ticket following a stakeholders' meeting in Abuja.
Why it matters
This decision solidifies the ruling party's strategy for the upcoming Nigerian presidential election, ending speculation about potential leadership changes.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Friday met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja after he was retained as the All Progressives Congress (APC) vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 election.
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