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2027: North will deliver over 70 per cent of votes for Tinubu, Yilwatda says
The All Progressives Congress (APC) national chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, says the North will deliver more than 70 per cent of its votes to President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
Mr Yilwatda spoke on Saturday in Abuja at the opening of Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A), a political pressure group mobilising support for Mr Tinubu and the APC.
He described the 2027 presidential election as an opportunity to renew Mr Tinubu’s mandate, citing infrastructure projects, political appointments and inclusive governance.
The APC chairman expressed confidence that northern voters would support Mr Tinubu’s re-election, arguing that the region had benefited significantly from his administration.
He listed road projects across the North, including the Trans-Saharan Super Highway, covering routes from Benue through the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Akwanga, Jos, Maiduguri and Biu.
“I can’t mention all of them, but President Tinubu has done wonderfully. He has covered all the geopolitical zones in the North in terms of road projects,” he said.
Mr Yilwatda said the administration was also undertaking railway and healthcare projects across the region, including health centres and free medical services for pregnant women.
He identified the appointment of northerners to key political positions as another reason the region should support Mr Tinubu’s re-election.
The APC chairman urged supporters to secure votes for Mr Tinubu at the grassroots, expressing confidence in their ability to deliver the projected 70 per cent.
“Even if in our hometown alone we can win our polling units for President Tinubu, we have over 70 per cent of the vote in the North, just us alone in our polling units.
“So we have no reason not to return Tinubu. Therefore, I move that he should be returned for the second time,” Mr Yilwatda said.
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Makinde made the call on Sunday during a church service at the Headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), Jos, where he was received by the church leadership and congregation.
The presidential candidate said his visit was not for an open campaign but to worship with the congregation, seek prayers and encourage Christians to take an active role in determining the nation’s political direction.
Describing Nigeria as being at a defining moment, Makinde said the country needed leadership capable of addressing insecurity, reducing economic hardship, strengthening the economy and implementing policies that improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
“Nigerians deserve better. We need a leader who has the fear of God, who sees the pains of Nigerians, who can change bad governance to good governance,” he said.
Makinde Challenges Christians to Embrace Politics
The Oyo State Governor challenged Christians who avoid politics because they consider it dirty or incompatible with their faith to reconsider their position.
He argued that Christians should not abandon the political space but should participate actively and contribute to decisions that shape the nation’s future.
“As Christians, we must participate. We must participate. Let our voices be heard in changing the course of history for Nigeria,” he urged.
He also encouraged the congregation to turn out on election day and make informed choices, stressing that decisions taken today would have lasting consequences for future generations.
Recounts Political Journey, Promises Return to Plateau
Reflecting on his political journey, Makinde recalled how many people doubted his ambition when he first expressed interest in becoming Governor of Oyo State.
He said his eventual emergence as governor demonstrated that political expectations could be challenged through determination and public support.
Makinde maintained that his message to Nigerians, particularly the Christian community, was to support leadership that understands their challenges and is committed to building a better country.
He disclosed that he would return to Plateau State in the coming days for an open campaign.
The service featured prayers for Nigeria, Plateau State and peaceful, credible elections in 2027.
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Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested five suspected criminals during a security operation at Prime House Hotel along Baring Road, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The operation, which took place on Friday, November 6, 2026, at about 9:00 p.m., reportedly followed a phone-snatching incident after the stolen device was tracked to the hotel.
According to a report, the operation was carried out by troops of Sector 1, OPEP, leading to the arrest of five suspects identified as Tahir Suleiman, 25; Muhammed Ahmed, 25; Muhammed Labaran Haruna, 27; Yahya Yunusa, 20; and Aisha Mohammad, 22.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of the tracked mobile phone.
A subsequent search led to the recovery of 26 mobile phones, 27 phone pouches, three MP devices, two earpods, an HP laptop, a knife and four power banks.
A vehicle reportedly belonging to the suspects was also towed to the headquarters of Sector 1 for a comprehensive search.
The five suspects and recovered exhibits remain in military custody as investigations continue.
The development forms part of ongoing security efforts by Operation Enduring Peace to tackle criminal activities and strengthen public safety across Plateau State.
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