The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports suggesting that Kashim Shettima, the vice-president, could be replaced as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate ahead of the 2027 general election.
A statement issued on Monday by Felix Morka, national publicity secretary, described the reports as “speculative, untrue and utterly baseless”.
The party said the speculation escalated recently with the circulation of names of individuals touted as possible replacements.
“Our party states in categorical terms that the stories are purely speculative, untrue and utterly baseless,” the statement reads.
The APC urged media organisations to refrain from amplifying rumours from what it described as “mischievous news sources of questionable provenance”.
Morka noted that such reports were intended to promote discord and confusion in the polity.
The ruling party said the ban on political activities remains in force under existing laws and electoral regulations.
Morka said the party is focused on supporting Tinubu and Shettima in delivering the administration’s renewed hope agenda.
“At this time, our party remains focused on supporting President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in delivering the administration’s renewed hope agenda,” the statement added.
The APC said the administration’s reforms are steadily transforming the economy, building prosperity, and improving living conditions.
The party also cautioned ministers, senior government officials, and party leaders against fuelling unnecessary speculation.
The APC urged them to focus on diligent service and on bolstering the success of the Tinubu administration.
In June 2025, the APC stakeholders’ summit in Gombe descended into chaos after some speakers endorsed Tinubu for a second term without mentioning Shettima.
Reacting to the event days later, Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, dismissed it as a “non-issue”.
