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APC groups back Yari as campaign DG for Tinubu's re-election

From The Punch · () English

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  • APC-aligned groups have praised the appointment of former Zamfara Governor Abdul’aziz Yari as Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council.
  • They expressed confidence in Yari's experience and ability to mobilize support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027.
  • The appointment is seen as a strategic move by the Presidency to strengthen the campaign structure for the upcoming general elections.

The appointment of former Zamfara State Governor Abdul’aziz Yari as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has garnered strong commendation from several APC-aligned groups.

These groups, including Transparency Watch, a good governance advocacy organization, and the North-Central APC Forum, have voiced confidence in Yari's capacity to mobilize support and ensure President Bola Tinubu's victory in the 2027 general elections. Transparency Watch described the appointment as "well-deserved," citing Yari's extensive political experience and commitment to the ruling party's affairs.

"For us at Transparency Watch, who have been observing the activities of Yari both as governor and senator, the appointment does not come to us as a surprise," stated Cliff Richards, the group's Director of Public Affairs. "It is well deserved, considering the dedication, hard work and commitment that he has brought to bear in matters of governance and party politics."

We are delighted to read of the appointment of Senator Abdul’aziz Abubakar Yari, the senator representing Zamfara West in the National Assembly, as the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council.

— Transparency WatchCommenting on Yari's appointment.

The Presidency formally constituted the APC Presidential Campaign Council recently, naming Tinubu as Chairman, Vice President Kashim Shettima as Vice Chairman, APC National Chairman Prof Nentawe Yilwatda as Vice Chairman, and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma as Secretary. Yari's role as Director-General is seen by supporters as leveraging his grassroots networks and political acumen for the campaign.

The North-Central APC Forum, through its Chairman Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, also congratulated Yari and expressed confidence in his ability to deliver victory. The forum further commended the inclusion of other North-Central members, James Faleke and Okpokwu Ogenyi, in key campaign roles, highlighting the party's strategic appointments for the upcoming election cycle.

It is well deserved, considering the dedication, hard work and commitment that he has brought to bear in matters of governance and party politics.

— Transparency WatchJustifying the appointment of Yari.
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