Why Tinubu Is Unlikely to Drop Shettima as Vice President

With the deadline for submitting presidential and assembly nominees just hours away, President Tinubu appears set to keep Senator Kashim Shettima on the ticket. A presidency insider says political stakeholders from the North East have been strategizing to ensure Shettima stays on the ballot. They argue his loyalty, focus, and regional appeal make him the best choice for securing votes. Meanwhile, the ADC’s vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, has been courting North East elders to back Atiku Abubakar. But local leaders remain firm in their support for Shettima. Some advisers warn that replacing him now would conflict with the strong provisions of the Electoral Act, making any switch impractical so close to the deadline.

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