Why 2027 Is Done Deal For APC – Deputy Senate President, Barau

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibril, has declared that the 2027 election is a done deal for the All Progressives Congress (APC), given its control of 29 state governments.

Abia Radio News reports that Barau made the statement while addressing party loyalists at a political gathering which endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, for second terms in 2027.

He argued that with 29 governors, the party has deep grassroots reach, institutional presence, and the political machinery required to maintain national leadership.

Barau said APC’s dominance at the state level is not just a statistic but a structural advantage that strengthens governance and electoral prospects.

According to the Deputy Senate President, the endorsement of President Tinubu was based on performance rather than sentiment, citing progress in infrastructure, healthcare, security, and education as evidence that the administration is delivering across critical sectors.

Barau also spoke from what he described as firsthand experience, saying his working relationship with the President gives him insight into ongoing reforms and policy direction.

He maintained that the administration is laying strong foundations for long-term stability and growth.

Addressing concerns over the rising cost of living, he acknowledged economic difficulties but linked them to global instability, including international conflicts and worldwide economic disruptions.

Despite these challenges, he said the federal government is working to stabilise the economy and put structures in place that will yield results over time.

He called for sustained unity within the party and cooperation across political actors, stressing that stability is essential for governance to succeed. Political calm and broad support, he said, would give the President the environment needed to implement his agenda fully