Abbas hails Shettima’s APC re-nomination
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- Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima on his re-nomination as the APC vice-presidential candidate for 2027.
- Tajudeen described the re-nomination as recognition of Shettima’s competence, loyalty, and strong leadership within the APC.
- Separately, APC National Director-General of Volunteers, Dr. Victor Oluwafemi, applauded the rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren as a significant national security achievement.
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has extended congratulations to Vice President Kashim Shettima following his re-nomination as the All Progressives Congress (APC) vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. Tajudeen characterized the re-nomination as a clear acknowledgment of Shettima’s competence, merit, and unwavering loyalty to President Bola Tinubu and Nigeria.
I join leaders and countless members of our esteemed party in congratulating Vice President Kashim Shettima on his re-nomination alongside President Bola Tinubu
In a statement released on Sunday, Tajudeen commended President Tinubu for maintaining his confidence in Shettima, asserting that the decision exemplifies strong leadership and reinforces unity within the ruling APC party. He highlighted Shettima's consistent dependability since assuming office, noting his role in helping the administration maintain focus on improving citizens' welfare and delivering effective governance. "I join leaders and countless members of our esteemed party in congratulating Vice President Kashim Shettima on his re-nomination alongside President Bola Tinubu," Tajudeen stated.
According to the Speaker, Tinubu’s choice demonstrates extraordinary leadership, sound political judgment, and enduring confidence in the Vice President's capacity to serve effectively. "I make bold to say this decision has further strengthened our party’s chances in the 2027 election. APC will easily cruise to victory come January," Tajudeen declared. He added that Shettima has consistently shown loyalty and dependability, allowing the administration to remain focused and determined to improve citizens' lives.
I make bold to say this decision has further strengthened our party’s chances in the 2027 election. APC will easily cruise to victory come January
In related news, APC National Director-General of Volunteers, Dr. Victor Oluwafemi, also applauded President Tinubu for reaffirming Shettima as his running mate. Oluwafemi described the decision as a demonstration of confidence, continuity, and strategic leadership that would bolster public trust in the administration's direction. He also congratulated security agencies for the successful rescue of abducted Oyo schoolchildren, labeling the operation a significant achievement for national security. "The rescue of innocent children is not merely a security success. It restores hope and reaffirms the state’s commitment to protecting citizens’ lives," he said.
The rescue of innocent children is not merely a security success. It restores hope and reaffirms the state’s commitment to protecting citizens’ lives
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