Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Northern artists and creative industry professionals to mobilize support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027. He made the appeal in Abuja, emphasizing that Tinubu's return to office is crucial for Nigeria's prosperity and national unity. Shettima assured Northern artists of the Federal Government's commitment to developing the region's creative industry.
Shettima highlighted the benefits of the Tinubu administration's creative economy initiatives, which offer opportunities for Northern artists, filmmakers, and musicians to expand their businesses, preserve cultural heritage, and generate employment. He promised that the Federal Government will introduce targeted interventions to support creative professionals in the region. In return, he urged them to support Tinubu's re-election bid.
The Vice President's appeal comes as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum, with the APC seeking to consolidate its support base across the country. Senator Abdulaziz Yari, Director-General of the Presidential Campaign Council, stated that Tinubu's re-election campaign would focus on the administration's achievements. He urged support groups and individuals to assess the government based on its performance.
Yari dismissed claims by opposition politicians that the North had been marginalized in federal appointments and projects, insisting that the region had received fair treatment under the Tinubu administration. He emphasized that the North remains an integral part of the country's democratic process and urged creative industry professionals to disregard narratives suggesting otherwise.
Aminu Bello Masari, Deputy Director-General of Parliamentary Mobilisation of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, commended the artists for pledging support for Tinubu and other APC candidates. He noted that the administration's policies and programmes are creating opportunities for the creative industry, urging practitioners to take advantage of them to improve their livelihoods.
Former Kano State Governor and APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, also commended the group for its commitment to the party. He urged the artists to promote justice, fairness, and inclusiveness in their mobilisation for Tinubu's re-election, while calling for greater investment in Nigeria's entertainment industry. Ganduje identified infrastructure development and training for emerging artists as critical to unlocking the sector's potential.
The President of Triple-R For Renewed Hope, Dauda Kahutu Rarara, pledged the group's support for Tinubu's re-election and the emergence of APC candidates across the North. He described their backing as organic and based on the administration's performance. The group's leaders also appealed to the Federal Government to address infrastructure deficits and improve the welfare of creative professionals in Northern Nigeria.
Key points
- Shettima urges Northern artists to support Tinubu's re-election bid, citing benefits for the creative industry.
- The APC seeks to consolidate its support base ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- The administration's creative economy initiatives aim to boost opportunities for Northern artists and professionals.
