Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo joins Tinubu campaign council as APGA backs the president for 2027.
The All Progressives Grand Alliance has reaffirmed its strong political alignment with President Bola Tinubu ahead of the upcoming 2027 general election, according to information published by The Sun Nigeria.
This political development follows the recent inclusion of Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, in the revised Presidential Campaign Council as the state coordinator for the ruling All Progressives Congress.
During a strategic party meeting, the APGA National Publicity Secretary, Mazi Ejimofor Opara, formally confirmed that the regional party adopted the Nigerian president as its consensus candidate for the 2027 race.
APGA Adopts Tinubu as Consensus Presidential Candidate
Explaining the electoral strategy for the upcoming national vote, party officials revealed that APGA officially decided not to field any presidential candidate for the 2027 election cycle.
Instead, the party leadership chose to endorse the incumbent president following formal resolutions passed at a National Executive Committee meeting and during a working visit to Anambra State.
Mazi Ejimofor Opara stated that Governor Chukwuma Soludo previously advanced a political mantra emphasizing that progressives must work together across party lines.
Soludo Appointed Anambra Coordinator for Tinubu 2027 Campaign
The appointment places Governor Chukwuma Soludo directly among the prominent political figures tasked with driving the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu in the Southeast region.
Party representatives expressed strong confidence that the Anambra leader will utilize his extensive political experience to effectively mobilize grassroots support for the federal agenda.
The national leadership noted that this strategic cooperation has already successfully facilitated vital federal collaboration regarding infrastructure and local economic development initiatives.
APGA Maintains Independent Legislative Ambitions in Anambra State
Despite forming a solid presidential alliance with the federal administration, APGA leadership clarified that the party remains entirely focused on winning legislative seats within Anambra State.
The political platform intends to preserve its independent state-level presence while simultaneously supporting the re-election of President Bola Tinubu under the banner of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The national campaign structure lists President Bola Tinubu as chairman, alongside Vice-President Kashim Shettima and APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as vice-chairmen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is APGA supporting Bola Tinubu for the 2027 election?
APGA adopted President Bola Tinubu as its consensus presidential candidate to foster strategic cooperation on infrastructure and economic development in Anambra State.
Is APGA fielding a presidential candidate in 2027?
No, APGA officially decided not to field a presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, choosing instead to support President Bola Tinubu.
What is Chukwuma Soludo's role in the 2027 campaign?
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo was appointed as the Anambra State Coordinator for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 Presidential Campaign Council.
Will APGA still contest local elections in Anambra State?
Yes, APGA confirmed its intention to maintain its state-level platform and actively contest legislative seats in Anambra State during the 2027 elections.
