Former Zamfara State Governor and Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC-PCC), Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has expressed confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid. Yari made these remarks while speaking with journalists in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, where he joined President Tinubu and other prominent Nigerians for the Umrah pilgrimage. According to Yari, God who granted Tinubu victory in 2023 will make Nigerians re-elect him for a second term.

Yari's comments followed Tinubu's media chat in Saudi Arabia, where the President stated his firm reliance on God for a second-term victory. Tinubu declared that Allah's wish in His court must prevail and that Allah is the only one who can define a human being, what he will be, and what he will become. This statement aligns with Tinubu's faith and his approach to leadership.

Building on the President's remarks, Senator Yari emphasized that President Tinubu's faith, track record, and the campaign council's outreach efforts would be the decisive factors in securing victory at the polls. Yari stated that Tinubu's faith and leadership qualities make him a strong candidate for re-election. He also noted that the campaign team would actively engage the electorate by showcasing the administration's achievements.

According to Yari, the campaign team will focus on convincing Nigerians to re-elect Tinubu by highlighting the administration's achievements. He added that Allah says they should work through all the procedures—to campaign, to talk to people, to convince them, and to show them what they have done and achieved. Yari expressed confidence that by God's grace, people will be convinced to elect them once again.

Yari's comments come as the APC-PCC intensifies its campaign efforts ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The council has been engaging with various stakeholders, including traditional leaders, youth groups, and women organizations, to garner support for Tinubu's re-election bid. The campaign team is optimistic about its chances, citing the administration's achievements in various sectors.

President Tinubu has been touring the country, interacting with Nigerians, and sharing his vision for the country's future. His media chat in Saudi Arabia provided an opportunity for him to reiterate his commitment to Nigeria's progress and his reliance on God. Tinubu's statement has generated significant interest among Nigerians, with many expressing support for his re-election bid.

The 2027 presidential election is expected to be a highly contested contest, with various candidates vying for the top seat. However, Yari's comments suggest that the APC-PCC is confident about its chances, citing Tinubu's leadership qualities and the campaign team's outreach efforts. The council will continue to engage with Nigerians, showcasing the administration's achievements and convincing them to re-elect Tinubu for a second term.

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  • Yari expresses confidence in Tinubu's re-election bid, citing his faith and leadership qualities.

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