2027 Presidency: “Why Tinubu May Dump VP Shettima,” Top Political Analyst Speaks
- PDP Youth Spokesperson, Dare Glintstone Akinniyi, has warned President Bola Tinubu against replacing VP Kashim Shettima, insisting that speculations of Tinubu’s strategic move cannot be dismissed
- Speaking exclusively with TheTalk.NG on Sunday, Akinniyi predicted a fresh crisis within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)
- While the APC has denied Shettima’s replacement plot, Akinniyi explained what President Tinubu should do ahead of the 2027 elections
TheTalk.NG journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Youth Group spokesperson, Dare Glintstone Akinniyi, has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu could replace Vice President Kashim Shettima in a bid to secure support from Northern Christians and the North Central region ahead of the 2027 elections.
Akinniyi, however, warned that such a move could lead to a fresh crisis within within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Analyst reacts to alleged move by Tinubu to drop Shettima ahead of 2027 elections.
Photo credit: Kashim ShettimaSource: Facebook
TheTalk.NG earlier reported that the APC debunked claims of a plot to replace VP Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 elections, calling the reports baseless.
This is as the North Central leaders are demanding the presidency or vice presidency, citing historical exclusion since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999.
Although President Bola Tinubu has yet to make a formal declaration regarding his second-term ambition, many party loyalists and supporters have begun rallying around him in preparation for a possible campaign.
The APC’s national director of publicity, Alhaji Bala Ibrahim, said there is no truth to claims of discord between the president and his deputy.
Speaking further, the APC chieftain stated that the region’s demand is unrealistic, stressing that zoning discussions are premature as President Tinubu has not completed his first term.
Replacing Shettima spells doom for APC – Akinniyi
Analyst speaks on reason Tinubu may drop Shettima ahead of the 2027 elections, warns Mr. President.
Photo credit: Kashim Shettima, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed TinubuSource: Facebook
In an exclusive interview with TheTalk.NG on Sunday, April 6, 2025, Dare Glintstone Akinniyi, urged Tinubu to stick with Shettima.
He argued that any substitution of Shettima would reflect desperation and political miscalculation, amid the North Central’s growing demands for inclusivity in the current government and nation’s leadership.
Buttressing his point, the PDP chieftain shared the implication of Tinubu’s decision for a new running mate for the 2027 presidency.
Akinniyi said:
“President Tinubu is likely to substitute VP Shettima ahead of 2027. He needs to capture Northern Christians and the North Central. Unfortunately, this will cause another trouble for APC and Tinubu.
“I will advise him to stick to his current choice, so as to have a moderate defeat in 2027, as against a new running mate and losing woefully.”
APC zoning: The best ticket will be NE and SE – Akinniyi
Speaking further, Akinniyi criticised the APC’s zoning formula and explained what the opposition parties should do ahead of the 2027 elections.
The PDP chieftain stated thus:
“Presently, the best ticket will be NE and SE, that is why APC won’t go past 2027. Nigerians won’t go with the current APC formation, it is insensitive and non-common sensical. The opposition parties should be happy for this new development with APC, and work together to oust the incumbent.”
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2027 election: “How Atiku can unseat Tinubu,” Akinniyi speaks
In another development, TheTalk.NG reported that PDP National Youth Group spokesperson, Dare Glintstone Akinniyi, expressed his opinion after Atiku Abubakar insisted that he has not left the PDP amid growing rumours in the polity.
In an interview with TheTalk.NG, Akinniyi warned that the 2027 election will not be won playing by the old political rules but by building a powerful coalition against the APC.
Akinniyi urged Atiku to declare his 2027 presidential ambition and unite with Peter Obi, El-Rufai and other aggrieved politicians to defeat the ruling government led by Bola Tinubu.
Source: TheTalk.NG
