A coalition backing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election has activated plans to deploy a nationwide, issue-based campaign structure ahead of the polls.
Operating as National Movement for Tinubu–Shettima 2027 — Forward Nigeria, the group said it is building more than “another support club” — it wants a disciplined national platform to drive voter mobilisation and policy conversations.
The position was contained in a statement signed by the Interim National Coordinating Committee led by Prof. Rufa’i Ahmed Alkali, National Coordinator; Dr. Bassey Rekpene, National Coordinating Secretary; and Ardo Zubairu, National Media Coordinator.
The Committee said September 1, 2026 was earlier pencilled for the public unveiling, but wider consultations forced a shift, adding that a new launch date would be announced soon.
According to the leadership, the groundwork is already set with two key documents finalised: a Mandate Document outlining the Movement’s philosophy, structure and strategy, and a National Covenant stating why it is backing Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima under the APC.
The group argued that 2027 will be a defining moment for Nigeria’s economy, security and stability, and voters deserve more than rhetoric.
“The 2027 election must go beyond personal issues and propaganda. It should provide Nigerians an opportunity to assess competing visions, evaluate national progress and make informed choices,” the statement read.
To deliver that, the Movement said it has drafted a programme of action covering consultations, stakeholder engagement, public messaging, and grassroots mobilisation across all states, adding that its communication backbone is also being upgraded — with an official website, email system, WhatsApp channels and dedicated phone lines.
The Committee said outreach to members at home and in the diaspora has begun to test commitment and assign responsibilities, stating: “We are engaging members nationwide and beyond… The response has been encouraging.”
After the formal launch, it said Forward Nigeria would roll out structured mobilisation down to local government areas and community levels.
The Committee warned against complacency, saying: “Elections are not won by enthusiasm alone. Organisation, communication, mobilisation, commitment and responsible civic participation remain indispensable.”
It urged supporters to deepen community engagement and prepare for tasks in the coming political season.
The Movement said its goal is to build a broad-based, credible and nationally representative force to deliver the Tinubu–Shettima 2027 project, under a larger vision of “a stronger, more prosperous, secure, stable and forward-looking Nigeria.”
It called on Nigerians who believe in continuity, development and national cohesion to join the emerging mobilisation.
