APC Chairman meets City Boys Movement to boost Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid

APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda met with the leadership and volunteers of the City Boys Movement on Saturday at their headquarters to discuss preparations for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. Deputy Director Bashir Ahmad shared the news on his verified X account, saying Yilwatda praised the movement’s dedication and urged them to sustain their nationwide efforts. DAILY POST reports that the City Boys Movement was formed specifically to support Tinubu’s return to office in the 2027 general elections.

The meeting signals the ruling party’s early mobilization strategy, highlighting how APC is consolidating support structures well before the election cycle. By engaging directly with grassroots groups like the City Boys Movement, the party aims to secure organized backing and volunteer networks that could prove crucial in a competitive poll. The endorsement also reflects internal confidence in Tinubu’s candidacy and a desire to showcase unity ahead of campaigning.

What does this early alignment mean for the political landscape, and how should voters assess the implications of such pre‑election organizing by the incumbent party?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/23/2027-apc-national-chairman-meets-city-boys-movement/