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Datti Baba-Ahmed, former Labour Party VP candidate, declares northern Nigeria will not back a Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket in 2027. He also sharply criticizes Obi's "walk away" approach to party crises, arguing it betrays weak leadership ahead of crucial political realignments.

The All Progressives Congress in Kano State firmly disowns claims by the 'Arewa APC Forum' of withdrawing support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid. Party leadership asserts the forum is unknown to its structure, dismissing its allegations of federal government nepotism and incompetence as baseless mischief. This public repudiation reinforces Kano's commitment to the Tinubu administration.

Political winds are shifting in the North, casting a shadow over President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election prospects. Unlike 2023, key northern All Progressives Congress figures remain largely silent, signalling a crucial decline in grassroots enthusiasm. This development puts the administration on notice, demanding a fresh strategy to secure the region's decisive vote.
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