Emerging political signals indicate that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is quietly weighing the option of selecting a Northern Christian as his running mate ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
According to political insiders, deliberations within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have identified four prominent Northern Christian figures as possible contenders. Those reportedly under consideration include former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara; Chief of Defence Staff, Lt. Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.); Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang; and the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Matthew Hassan Kukah.
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Sources familiar with the discussions say the move is part of a broader strategy to address concerns around religious balance and regional inclusivity, particularly following heightened public debate over Muslim–Muslim ticket arrangements in previous elections.
Analysts note that all the individuals reportedly being considered hail from predominantly Christian states in Northern Nigeria, a factor seen as politically significant in recalibrating electoral appeal across religious and regional lines.
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Under the provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), a presidential candidate is permitted to choose a running mate from any region of the country, giving the APC flexibility in its strategic calculations ahead of 2027.
While no official confirmation has been issued by the Presidency or the APC leadership, observers say the discussions reflect early manoeuvring as political actors position themselves for the next general election cycle.
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