Why Kebbi gov’s labour background suits Tinubu’s campaign role — Aide

President Bola Tinubu has appointed himself as chairman of his 2027 campaign council, with Vice President Kashim Shettima serving as vice chairman. According to the All Progressives Congress, the council's list was released on Saturday. Former Zamfara State governor Abdulaziz Yari was appointed as Director-General of the campaign.

The appointment of Tinubu as chairman of his own campaign council has been criticised by former lawmaker Dino Melaye, who described the move as "disgraceful" and abnormal. Melaye stated that it shows Tinubu's distrust of APC governors and ministers.

Kebbi Governor Nasir Idris's extensive labour background and political influence make him a strategic choice for President Tinubu's 2027 campaign council, according to an aide. The campaign council also includes other notable figures such as Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and former ministers Betta Edu and Ngozi Olejeme. The opposition party, ADC, has questioned the inclusion of Edu and Olejeme in the council.

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