Tinubu assures traditional rulers of inclusivity

By Jude Opara

President Bola Tinubu, the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections has reassured the traditional institutions across the country of their inclusion in the affairs of the country.

Director General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), Sen. Abdulaziz Yari gave the assurance on Monday when he led a delegation on a courtesy visit to the palaces of some Emirs in the northern part of the country.

A statement by the Media Office of Yari said the former governor of Zamfara state who represents Zamfara West said the team paid the visit in continuation of the nationwide consultations with leading traditional rulers in the country.

It could be recalled that Sen. Yari had also on Sunday led a delegation to a meeting with the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi and the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Kolapo Sulu-Gambari.

According to the statement, the latest destination of Yari and his team include; His Royal Highness, the Emir of Gwandu; His Royal Highness, the Emir of Katsina, His Royal Highness, the Emir of Daura, and His Royal Highness, the Emir of Zaria.

“The royal visits form part of a broader consultative tour to traditional and political leaders across the country, as the Council builds consensus and galvanises support ahead of key campaign activities leading up to 16th January 2027, a significant date in the electoral calendar.”

The royal fathers in their individual palaces, offered prayers and blessings for peace, unity, and the success of the nation’s democratic journey.

Senator Yari while addressing the royal fathers reaffirmed that the Council’s engagement with traditional institutions is a cornerstone of its consultative strategy, adding that the PCC was not seeking for endorsement, but to seek the prayers, blessings, and wise counsel of the royal fathers, who are bestowed with moral and spiritual guidance.

“This PCC and our party want to reassure you of our profound respect for Nigeria’s traditional institutions and the pivotal role you play in fostering peace, unity, and stability. This government remains committed to carrying all stakeholders along in the build-up to the 2027 general elections.”

Some of the dignitaries on the entourage of Senator Yari were former Borno state governor, Sen. Ali Modu Sheriff: former Kano State Governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; former Kebbi state governor, Sen. Adamu Aliero; former Zamfara state governor, Sen. Sani Ahmad Yarima, amongst others.