The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, along with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, have expressed their support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election for a second term.
Akpabio led a delegation from the National Assembly to endorse Tinubu for the upcoming 2027 general elections during the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Summit held at the banquet hall of the State House in Abuja.
He contended that had the President not performed satisfactorily in his role over the past two years, the legislators would have initiated impeachment proceedings against him.
“If this President has performed well, would it be us to declare it? If he has not performed well, would we not issue a notice of impeachment? We are not issuing a notice of impeachment. The year 2023 was challenging for you, but I foresee a turnaround in 2027,” he remarked.
“Nigerians are expressing that due to your successful handling of a challenging task, it is time to reward you by re-electing you to the presidency for a second term in office.
“Therefore, I propose as the Senate President that Mr. President be returned as the APC’s unopposed flag bearer and as the next president for a second term in 2027.”
Abbas, for his part, supported Akpabio’s initiative for Tinubu’s return as President in 2027.
“I represent all 109 senators, 360 members, and all 36 speakers and their members to endorse this significant motion proposed by the Senate President; I hereby second it,” stated Abbas.
Additionally, during the event, the Progressive Governors’ Forum endorsed Tinubu as their exclusive candidate for the 2027 presidential election.
The motion was introduced by PGF Chairman and Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, and was seconded by Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, demonstrating a strong sense of unity among the party’s governors in their support for Tinubu’s quest for a second term.
Uzodimma, representing the forum, highlighted their dedication to mobilizing resources and ensuring victory for Tinubu in their respective states.
They conveyed their assurance in Tinubu’s leadership and reforms, vowing to secure their states in the forthcoming elections.
This support comes in the wake of comparable actions by other APC regional leaders, such as the North Central governors who recently expressed a vote of confidence in Tinubu’s administration, commending his developmental achievements and inclusive governance strategy.
The endorsement from the Progressive Governors Forum further strengthens Tinubu’s standing as the APC’s candidate for the 2027 elections.
