Tinubu's Political Power Play: Remi Headlines Mega Rally in Lafia for 2027

The North Central Grassroots Mobilisation Network, functioning as the North Central chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has announced comprehensive plans to host a mega political rally in Lafia, Nasarawa State. Scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, the primary objective of this significant gathering is to galvanize and demonstrate robust support for the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, will serve as the host for this pivotal event, with Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, expected to headline the rally, underscoring its importance. The announcement of the rally followed a high-level meeting of North Central APC stakeholders held in Abuja on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The meeting was chaired by the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, who also signed the network's statement detailing the rally plans.

The distinguished attendees at the Abuja meeting included the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume; governors and deputy governors representing the North Central region; various ministers; members of the National Assembly; and other prominent political office holders. Briefing journalists after the meeting, Prof. Yilwatda conveyed the collective agreement among political leaders from the region to meticulously mobilize their respective political structures and supporters to ensure an impressive turnout at the Lafia rally.

Prof. Yilwatda emphatically described the proposed gathering as the “mother of all rallies,” signifying its immense scale and strategic importance. He reiterated that the event is designed to showcase the North Central region’s unequivocal commitment to the Tinubu-Shettima ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. The stakeholders at the meeting reaffirmed their determination to coordinate all mobilization efforts and significantly strengthen grassroots engagement across the region to bolster support for the APC presidential ticket.

During his briefing, Prof. Yilwatda also took a moment to express profound condolences to the families of victims affected by the recent Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State and those who tragically lost their lives in a mining-related incident in Niger State. He described these occurrences as painful losses and extended deep sympathy to the bereaved families and affected communities.

The meeting also served as a platform to commend Senator George Akume for his pivotal role in successfully bringing together political stakeholders from across the North Central region. Governor Abdullahi Sule was also lauded for his gracious agreement to host the mega rally in Nasarawa State. Furthermore, participants enthusiastically welcomed the anticipated attendance of the First Lady as the headline guest. Comprehensive arrangements for the participation of diverse groups, including party leaders, women, youth groups, grassroots organizations, and supporters from the six North Central states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), were meticulously reviewed. The stakeholders concluded the meeting by reaffirming their unwavering commitment to the successful hosting of the Lafia rally and their steadfast support for the re-election bid of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima in 2027.