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Akume: 1999 North-South Power Rotation Agreement Favours Tinubu’s Re-election Bid

*North-central endorses president as sole candidate for 2027 election *First Lady, govs, SGF, Yilwatda defend Tinubu’s second term ambition *Tinubu inaugurates APC Presidential Campaign Council October 14 Igbawase Ukumba in

North-central delegates endorse President Bola Tinubu as the sole nominee for the 2027 election, citing his administration's achievements in economic growth and infrastructure. First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, governors, and senators from Benue, Plateau, Niger, Kogi, Kwara, and Nasarawa states, as well as SGF Senator George Akume, spoke in support of Tinubu's re-election bid.

Akume highlighted the 1999 power rotation agreement between the North and South, emphasizing that the North will only field candidates in 2031. Tinubu is set to inaugurate the APC Presidential Campaign Council on October 14, with key party members expected to play pivotal roles.

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