2027: Audu, Ododo strengthen APC mobilisation for Tinubu’s re-election in Kogi

The Nigeria’s Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, has met with Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo in Abuja to discuss strategies for mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.

The meeting, held at the governor’s residence on Monday, focused on strengthening the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State and consolidating support for Tinubu ahead of the general elections.

The minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Lizzy Okoji, disclosed this in a statement.

According to the statement, the discussions centred on collaboration among APC leaders, engagement with party stakeholders and strengthening political structures across the state’s three senatorial districts.

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Both leaders pledged to work together to advance the party’s interests and secure electoral support for Tinubu in the state.

Speaking after the meeting, Audu described Ododo as the leader of the APC in Kogi State and emphasised the need for unity among party leaders to achieve the president’s re-election bid.

“Governor Ododo is the leader of our Party, APC in Kogi, and the Governor and I are committed to working together with other party leaders and stakeholders across Kogi State to ensure that we deliver a resounding victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027,” he said.

The minister said the party was committed to strengthening its grassroots structures and mobilising residents across the state ahead of the elections.

“We understand the importance of this task, and we are determined to mobilise our people and strengthen our structures across the state.

Kogi is united in this mission, and we will work together to deliver an overwhelming victory for Mr President,” Audu added.

He said the meeting was part of ongoing efforts to improve cooperation among APC leaders in Kogi State and coordinate preparations for the 2027 general elections under Ododo’s leadership.