THE Adamawa Progressive Elders Council has officially thrown its weight behind the retention of Vice President Kashim Shettima as the running mate to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 presidential election.

In a statement released on July 17, 2026, the Council, led by Brig-Gen. M.B. Marwa (Rtd), lauded President Tinubu’s decision to maintain the current joint ticket, describing it as a “strategic” move that guarantees stability and continuity for the “Renewed Hope Agenda.” The endorsement comes amidst a broader political consolidation within the All Progressives Congress (APC), effectively silencing months of speculation regarding a potential change in the Vice Presidential slot.

Speaking on behalf of the Council, Head of Media and Publicity, Ahmad I. Sajoh, fnipr, emphasized that Vice President Shettima’s contribution to the administration has been vital. “This strategic decision by the President, Commander-in-Chief, is a testament to Vice President Shettima’s unwavering loyalty, exceptional administrative capacity, and the immense political value he continues to bring to this joint ticket,” the statement read. The Council highlighted that they recognize in the Vice President a leader of profound integrity and bridge-building capability, whose presence reinforces the foundation of national progress.

The Adamawa Progressive Elders Council has signaled its intention to play a key role in the upcoming campaign cycle. According to the Council, their strategy will shift toward robust, door-to-door engagement and grassroots mobilization across the state to ensure the ticket secures a decisive majority of votes in the 2027 polls. Furthermore, the Council expressed its gratitude to President Tinubu on behalf of the North-Eastern region, noting that the retention of Shettima is viewed as a significant show of confidence in the region’s leadership.

This endorsement aligns with the growing momentum within the ruling party as it prepares for the 2027 general elections. With the APC leadership and various stakeholders, including the Progressive Governors’ Forum, publicly backing the President’s bid for a second term, the party is positioning itself to campaign on the platform of the administration’s economic reforms and development initiatives over the past three and a half years.