ABUJA, NIGERIA — The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid has reshuffled its composition.
The council adjusted the leadership of its Youth Mobilisation and Women Mobilisation directorates. It also announced fresh additions.
The Announcement
The statement was issued on Tuesday by the council’s Secretary, Hope Uzodimma. He is also the Governor of Imo State.
According to the statement, Dr. Farouk Adamu Aliyu has been appointed Director of the Directorate of Stage Organisation and Management. Adejare Bello will serve as Co-Director.
The council also appointed Ayo Olawande as Director of Youth Mobilisation. Dayo Israel will serve as Deputy Director.
For the Women Mobilisation Directorate, Dr. Mary Aille Idele was named Director. Dr. Betta Edu will serve as Deputy Director. Hon. Imaan Suleman will serve as Secretary.
Reason for the Reshuffling
The statement said the adjustments were necessary to strengthen the council’s organisational structure. It said they would enhance coordination and improve operational efficiency ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
“The adjustments reflect the Council’s commitment to building a well-coordinated, inclusive and results-driven campaign structure capable of effectively mobilising Nigerians, particularly young people and women, in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid,” the statement said.
Call to Appointees
The council urged the appointees to bring their experience, commitment, and organisational capabilities to their respective responsibilities. It said preparations for the election have intensified.
It added that the appointees were expected to work collaboratively with other directorates and relevant campaign structures. This would help to advance the council’s objectives and ensure the effective implementation of its mobilisation strategies.
What This Means
The reshuffling is a strategic move by the APC. It aims to strengthen the campaign’s structure ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Youth and Women Mobilisation directorates are critical to the campaign. Young people and women constitute a significant portion of the electorate.
What Happens Next
The newly appointed officials will assume their duties immediately. They will work with other directorates to implement the campaign’s strategies.
For now, the APC is focused on building a formidable campaign structure. The coming months will reveal how the campaign unfolds.
