Dogara Seeking Political Relevance – APC Youths Blast Former Speaker

All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Parliament has dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu might Kashim Shettima with a Northern Christian running mate in 2027.

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday in Bauchi, the chairman of the APC Youth Parliament, Kabiru Garba Kobi accused former speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara of trying to gain political relevance in Tinubu’s government.

The group was reacting to Dogara’s interview on Channels Television programme, Sunday Politics, where the former Speaker called for justice and inclusiveness in power-sharing arrangements.

Kobi accused Dogara of working against  Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election and now sought relevance ahead of the 2027 general elections through divisive political statements.

He described Dogara as a desperate politician who has lost political relevance.

“All these statements made by Dogara are not driven by religious concerns or justice. He is simply seeking relevance for himself.

“If progress is truly the goal, what exactly is wrong with the way the Tinubu/Shettima administration is being run? So much has already been achieved,” Kobi said.

Kobi warned that any attempt to replace Vice President Shettima ahead of the 2027 elections would be a grave political mistake that could cost President Tinubu massive support across the North, particularly in the North-East.

“Senator Kashim Shettima has proven himself to be an effective Vice President who has faithfully discharged his responsibilities. Those calling for his replacement are only trying to create discord and crisis within the APC,” he said.

According to Kobi, Shettima remains the most unifying political figure in the North-East and a critical bridge between the region and the rest of the country.

“Shettima delivered votes for Tinubu in 2023 even before becoming Vice President. Now that he is in office, he will do even more to ensure a resounding victory in 2027,” Kobi added.

The APC Youth Parliament Chairman further alleged that some of those pushing the replacement narrative neither contributed to the party’s victory in 2023 nor supported Tinubu’s candidacy at the time.

Describing Vice President Shettima as visionary, humble, and patriotic, Kobi said his leadership continues to inspire young Nigerians nationwide.