Mascots kick off campaign for Tinubu in Abuja
A campaign team for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate in the 2027 general election, began operations in Abuja yesterday by deploying mascots across strategic locations in the nation’s capital. This activity followed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) decision to lift the ban on public campaigns for the 2027 […]
On the inaugural day of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's campaign team in Abuja, mascots took to the streets to promote the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate for the upcoming 2027 elections. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had recently lifted the ban on public campaigns for the elections, allowing Tinubu's team to begin their strategy as per Section 98(1) of the Electoral Act 2026.
The campaign mascots were seen at various high-traffic locations such as the Beggar Roundabout, City Gate, the Federal Secretariat, Wuse 2, and the Central Area. They held banners proclaiming messages like "Vote Tinubu For a Stronger Naira, More Stable Economy" and "Nigeria Is Rising, Re-elect Tinubu For a Better Nigeria." One mascot even claimed he was paid N80,000 for his role, suggesting he would reconsider if offered a higher fee.
The campaign's launch sparked a range of reactions from Nigerians on social media. While some viewed it as a calculated move to mobilize support before the elections, others criticized it as a display of personal gain. The debate about the authenticity of the supporters continues, with opinions ranging from appreciation to skepticism.
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