2027 Election: Minister supports Tinubu’s retention of Shettima as vice president

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has said he supports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential elections.

The minister described the move as a strategic step that would strengthen the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the polls.

In a statement released on Wednesday, Kyari said President Tinubu’s decision reflects confidence in Vice President Shettima’s competence, loyalty and leadership.

He said this would strengthen stability and continuity in the administration’s commitment to achieving its development agenda.

The minister further stated that the APC remains a formidable and stronger party that cannot be defeated at the polls, expressing confidence that Nigerians will overwhelmingly re-elect the ruling party in the next general elections.

“I am deeply grateful to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for once again placing faith in the capable and visionary leadership of Vice President Kashim Shettima,” Kyari said.

According to him, the re-appointment of Shettima is a testament to his competence, merit and unwavering loyalty to the President, stressing that the Vice President has played a significant role in advancing the priorities of the administration.

Kyari commended President Tinubu for his confidence in Shettima, describing the Vice President’s renomination as a major boost to the APC’s electoral prospects.

He said Shettima’s “intellect, administrative acumen, steadfast support and loyalty” have been instrumental in spearheading key national initiatives, particularly in agriculture, food security and economic reforms.

The minister further stated that the close working relationship between President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima has yielded measurable benefits in strengthening Nigeria’s social and economic stability.

Reaffirming his commitment to the administration, Kyari pledged to intensify efforts towards the successful implementation of the government’s agricultural and food security programmes.

He also urged Nigerians, especially stakeholders along the agricultural value chain, to continue to support the administration’s initiatives to achieve food self-sufficiency and sustainable national development.

Kyari expressed optimism that the APC will secure victory in the 2027 presidential elections, insisting that the ruling party remains united and well positioned to win the trust of Nigerians at the polls.