{
  "id": 7834364,
  "title": "Only six out of 19 Northern govs supported Tinubu in 2023 – Shettima makes revelation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/only-six-out-of-19-northern-govs-supported-tinubu-in-2023-shettima",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-16T17:32:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/16/only-six-out-of-19-northern-govs-supported-tinubu-in-2023-shettima-makes-revelation/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vice President Kashim Shettima has disclosed that only six out of the 19 northern governors backed President Bola Tinubu's presidential campaign in the 2023 general elections. Shettima made the announcement at the palace of the Emir of Ilorin during the turbanning of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as the Sardauna of Ilorin Emirate. The intense political climate preceding the elections made it difficult for Tinubu to pursue his ambition, but he remained undeterred. Shettima highlighted the support of six northern governors for Tinubu, despite various hindrances. The slogan \"Baba bayan sushi\" (Buhari said he didn’t like him) was a reflection of the opposition faced by Tinubu. Even with these challenges, Tinubu persisted, much like his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari. Shettima cautioned politicians against viewing politics as a zero-sum game and emphasized the importance of reconciliation after contests. Following the 2023 elections, Tinubu reportedly hugged and forgave all other Northern governors who didn't support him, showcasing his leadership qualities. Shettima also encouraged Kwara politicians to unite after the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries and emulate Tinubu's generous spirit in their political endeavors.",
  "summary": "Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Wednesday, revealed that only six of the 19 northern governors actually supported the presidential ambition of President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 general elections. Shettima made the revelation at the palace of the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, during the turbanning of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as the Sardauna of Ilorin […] Only six out of 19…",
  "key_points": [
    "Only six of 19 northern governors supported Tinubu in 2023 elections",
    "Shettima announced this at Emir of Ilorin's palace after turbanning ceremony",
    "Tinubu persisted despite opposition, like Buhari predecessor"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Trust",
        "title": "Shettima: Only 6 Of 19 Northern Governors Supported Tinubu",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/shettima-only-6-of-19-northern-governors-supported-tinubu",
        "published": "2026-09-16T17:23:07.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}