With the 2027 general elections drawing closer, political analysts, party insiders, and media reports have begun circulating a comprehensive list of politicians and public figures frequently mentioned as potential vice presidential candidates to partner with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his expected re-election bid.
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As of mid-January 2026, no official shortlist has been released by the All Progressives Congress (APC) or the Presidency, but the following names dominate current discussions, based on strategic considerations such as zoning, religion, regional influence, youth appeal, and party unity:
1.Kashim Shettima – Current Vice President; widely seen as the default choice for continuity, with strong North-East support and loyalty to Tinubu.
2.Nyesom Wike – FCT Minister; one of the most frequently mentioned due to his massive South-South influence, cross-party appeal, and unmatched grassroots mobilisation capacity.
3.Godswill Akpabio – Senate President; powerful South-South figure with significant control over Akwa Ibom politics and strong confidence from the President.
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4.Dave Umahi – Works Minister; former Ebonyi Governor offering solid South-East representation and proven competence in infrastructure delivery.
5.Abdullahi Ganduje – APC National Chairman; former Kano Governor with enormous political weight in the North-West, key for consolidating northern votes.
6.Nasir El-Rufai – Former Kaduna Governor; intellectual heavyweight with deep North-West roots, though his relationship with Tinubu has had reported strains.
7.Uba Sani – Kaduna State Governor; emerging northern voice seen as a bridge between generations in the North.
8.Hope Uzodinma – Imo State Governor; strong South-East representation with significant political structure in the zone.
9.Simon Lalong – Labour & Employment Minister and former Plateau Governor; Middle Belt appeal and experience managing diverse interests.
10.George Akume – Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and former Benue Governor; senior northern statesman offering continuity and stability in the North-Central.
11.Festus Keyamo – Aviation Minister; young, vocal, and energetic South-South figure popular among younger voters.
12.Abubakar Atiku Bagudu – Former Kebbi Governor and Finance Minister; calm and strategic North-West voice.
13.Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq – Kwara State Governor; loyal Tinubu ally representing North-Central with a strong performance record.
14.Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu – Former Abia Governor; influential South-East heavyweight with wide connections.
Political observers note that the final selection will likely be influenced by complex calculations, including balancing the Muslim-Christian ticket, maintaining northern support, appealing to youth, and ensuring party cohesion.
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The political landscape remains highly fluid, with several months still ahead for realignments, defections, and strategic shifts.
By Ogungbayi Beedee Adeyemi
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