VIDEO: ‘Don’t Mention Tinubu’s Name’ — APC Mobilisers Caution Members Ahead of 2027 Elections
APC mobilisers in northern Nigeria have reportedly warned party members not to mention President Bola Tinubu’s name while campaigning ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The warning was contained in a video obtained by Naija News House on Saturday, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) began its campaign rallies in Kaduna State.
In the video, one of the mobilisers instructed party members to promote the APC’s slogan, “from top to bottom is APC,” while warning them against mentioning the president’s name.
“All we want you to say is ‘from top to bottom is APC,’ and don’t dare mention Tinubu’s name. Otherwise, whatever happens, you are on your own,” the mobiliser said.
The reported directive comes amid preparations for the 2027 general elections and the ruling party’s efforts to mobilise support across the country.
Tinubu had earlier indicated that he would not attend every campaign rally after inaugurating the APC Presidential Campaign Council, citing the responsibilities of his office.
The president, however, assured party members that he would make time to address Nigerians directly while campaign officials travelled to different states and local government areas.
“I will make time to speak directly with Nigerians even as you lead the campaign to states and local government areas, so you will excuse me from going everywhere with you,” he said.
In a related development, the Emir of Katsina, Abdulmumini Usman, has expressed concern over what he described as politicians’ tendency to neglect citizens after winning elections.
The monarch accused politicians of visiting his palace every election season to seek prayers and support but failing to return after securing victory.
“Every four years, you come to my palace with a cap in hand, asking for prayers, asking for support. After the election, you disappear to Abuja, to Lagos. You don’t come back until the next election,” the emir said in Hausa.
He also questioned whether politicians considered the palace a place to visit only when they needed electoral assistance, stressing the need for elected officials to maintain a relationship with ordinary citizens beyond election periods.
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