2027 Election: Tinubu’s Minister Warns APC Against Dropping Northern Muslim from Presidential Ticket
- Minister Musawa warns against dropping a Northern Muslim as Tinubu’s running mate ahead of the 2027 election
- Shettima's removal could jeopardize APC's chances, according to cultural and political dynamics in Northern Nigeria
- Musawa emphasizes the significance of regional understanding in political decision-making for effective governance
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues
FCT, Abuja - The Minister of Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has warned that dropping a Northern Muslim as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s running mate could hurt the All Progressives Congress (APC)
Musawa said removed vice President Kashim Shettima or replacing him with a non-Northern Muslim running mate could undermine Tinubu’s chances in the 2027 general election.
As reported by The Punch, Musawa stated this during a recent episode of Mic On Show with journalist Seun Okinbaloye.
She warned that a presidential ticket without a northern Muslim could backfire.
According to Musawa, politics in Northern Nigeria is deeply rooted, and decisions must be taken with a proper understanding of the region.
Tinubu’s minister’s comment comes amid growing speculation that the APC may consider altering its Muslim-Muslim ticket.
“If there is no Hausa, Fulani, or Kanuri Muslim on that ticket, it creates a hurdle. That is the reality of the way people think.
“The core North states like Katsina, Kano, Kaduna, Kebbi, Jigawa, Zamfara, and Sokoto understand politics at a very deep level. Politics there is a way of life. People wait every four years to line up and vote because that is where they feel they have influence.”
The minister rushed to claim that the ruling party could easily reshuffle its 2027 presidential ticket without consequences.
“I think if we toy with changing the construct of what we have now, it is a problem. People who suggest otherwise may not fully understand how politics works in the North.”
Tinubu’s minister expresses deep love for business
Recall that Musawa said she shares a deep bond with ex-husband Abdul Samad Rabiu, calling him "a family".
The arts, culture, and creative economy minister expressed pride in her past marriage and personal choices, without regrets.
Musawa emphasised lasting affection for Rabiu, owner of BUA Group, describing him as one of her greatest experiences.
Prophecy on Tinubu's alleged plan to remove Shettima
Legit.ng earlier reported that Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele predicted Shettima's replacement ahead of Nigeria's 2027 election.
Warnings have been issued against a Muslim-Muslim ticket, risking party unity and northern aggression.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu faces challenges from the United States' perceived interference in Nigeria's security formation.
Source: Legit.ng
