APC Mobilizes for 2027 Elections; Matawalle Appointed to Tinubu Campaign

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is actively mobilizing for the 2027 general elections, with various members vowing to secure support for President Tinubu. Notably, Bello Matawalle has been appointed as Deputy Director of Security and Intelligence for Tinubu's campaign council, a move that has drawn both support and criticism, including from Kwankwaso who urged Yari to reconsider his role.

23 Aug, 15:48 — 24 Aug, 07:47

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This story is significant as it highlights internal political maneuvering and potential rifts within Nigeria's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general election. Kwankwaso's public appeal to Yari suggests strategic positioning and attempts to influence key appointments within the ruling party's campaign structure.

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What sources agree on

Rabiu Kwankwaso urged Abdul’aziz Yari to reconsider his role as DG of the APC Presidential Campaign Council
The appeal relates to the 2027 presidential election

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Rabiu Kwankwaso appealed to Abdul’aziz Yari to reconsider his role as DG of the APC Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 election.

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Kwankwaso stated that the 2027 presidential election would allow Nigerians to decide on retaining the current administration or seeking an alternative.

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Kwankwaso's broader critique of the APC campaign council and his perspective on the 2027 election as an opportunity for change

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guardian-ngcentercenter-leftanalyticalMostly Factualbroader analytical piece on party politics

punch-ngcentercenterneutralMostly Factualstraightforward reporting of political appeal

vanguard-ngcentercenterneutralMixedreports Kwankwaso's statements directly

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage is largely balanced, with outlets reporting on Kwankwaso's statements without overt partisan endorsement or criticism, focusing on the political development.

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guardian-ngMostly Factual16h ago

Matawalle backs Tinubu, accepts APC campaign council role - The Guardian Nigeria News

Matawalle backs Tinubu, accepts APC campaign council role The Guardian Nigeria News

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punch-ngMostly Factual58m ago

2027: APC campaign council member vows to mobilise women for Tinubu

Mary Idele, APC campaign council member, vows to mobilise Nigerian women for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, focusing on grassroots engagemen Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-apc-campaign-council-member-vows-to-mobilise-women-for-tinubu/

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vanguard-ngMixed3h ago

2027: Tinubu appoints Matawalle deputy director security, intelligence chief

By Kingsley Omonobi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the constitution of the 2027 All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council, with Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, appointed Deputy Director, Security and Intelligence 1. The council comprises political leaders, strategists and grassroots mobilisers tasked with coordinating the APC’s engagements ahead of […] The post 2027: Tinubu appoints Matawalle deputy director security, intelligence chie...

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First report: guardian-ng · 23 Aug, 15:48|Full coverage: 3 · 16h|Window: 16h

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guardian-ng23 Aug, 15:48First to report

Matawalle backs Tinubu, accepts APC campaign council role - The Guardian Nigeria News

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vanguard-ng24 Aug, 05:28

2027: Tinubu appoints Matawalle deputy director security, intelligence chief

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punch-ng24 Aug, 07:47Latest update

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APC Mobilizes for 2027 Elections; Matawalle Appointed to Tinubu Campaign

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Matawalle backs Tinubu, accepts APC campaign council role - The Guardian Nigeria News

2027: APC campaign council member vows to mobilise women for Tinubu

2027: Tinubu appoints Matawalle deputy director security, intelligence chief

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Matawalle backs Tinubu, accepts APC campaign council role - The Guardian Nigeria News

2027: Tinubu appoints Matawalle deputy director security, intelligence chief

2027: APC campaign council member vows to mobilise women for Tinubu

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