President Bola Tinubu has officially submitted his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms for the 2027 presidential election to the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a formal step toward seeking a second term in office. The submission took place on Thursday at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, where Vice President Kashim Shettima presented the documents on Tinubu’s behalf. This move follows the earlier collection of the forms by Representative James Faleke, who picked them up on Tuesday at the same location, shortly after the APC began selling nomination forms to aspirants.
The forms were handed over to Faleke by Sulaiman Argungu, the APC National Organising Secretary, immediately after the commencement of the sales process. Tinubu’s application was made possible after the payment of the required N100 million fee to the party, a standard requirement for presidential candidates seeking the APC ticket. The submission ceremony, which is currently underway at the national secretariat, underscores the seriousness with which Tinubu’s campaign is being approached within the party structure.
Felix Morka, the APC National Publicity Secretary, confirmed the development and stated that the submission reflects Tinubu’s readiness and capability to contest for re-election in 2027. According to Morka, the act signifies that Tinubu has met the necessary conditions and has the party’s confidence to lead Nigeria into the next presidential term. The process follows the established procedures of the APC, which requires all presidential aspirants to formally declare their interest through the submission of nomination forms.
This development comes amid growing speculation about Tinubu’s political future and the party’s internal dynamics as the 2027 election draws nearer. While no other aspirants have yet submitted their forms, the APC leadership has indicated that the party will continue to receive applications from interested candidates. The party’s leadership remains focused on ensuring a transparent and fair process for selecting its presidential candidate.
As Nigeria prepares for the next general election, Tinubu’s formal entry into the race sets the stage for what could be a highly competitive campaign. His decision to seek re-election highlights his commitment to continuing his administration’s agenda, including economic reforms and security initiatives. The APC’s internal processes will now proceed with the evaluation of all submitted forms, with further announcements expected in the coming weeks.
Tinubu’s move is likely to influence the political landscape across Nigeria, as other parties and potential challengers begin to position themselves for the 2027 race. The coming months will be critical in shaping the national conversation around leadership, governance, and development as the country moves closer to the next election cycle.
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