The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that a majority of Christians consulted by the ruling party have expressed satisfaction with the Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections. ​
Yilwatda disclosed this on Monday evening, November 9, 2026, during an appearance on Channels Television’s flagship political programme, Politics Today, broadcast live from Abuja. ​Addressing ongoing public debate over religious representation in the highest levels of governance, Yilwatda noted that while initial fears existed among Christian communities regarding potential suppression, those concerns have proven unfounded over the administration’s three years in office. ​
“Most Christians that we’ve engaged and we’ve spoken to, they are very okay with the Muslim-Muslim ticket,” Yilwatda said during the live studio broadcast. “The thought and the fear of most Christians was that the Muslim-Muslim ticket may suppress their voices, but their voices are heard loud and clear now.” ​He argued that key political appointments demonstrate the administration’s commitment to balanced representation across regions and faiths.
Pointing to the ruling party’s own leadership structure, he highlighted his role as APC National Chairman alongside George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, both of whom are Christians. He further emphasized key ministerial appointments for northern Christian communities, citing Kaduna State, which secured a Christian cabinet minister under the current administration.
​Dismissing assertions of religious marginalisation, Yilwatda reiterated that Christians have not experienced persecution or denial of rights under President Tinubu’s administration. He added that the ruling party remains focused on governance outcomes, broad political inclusion, and stability as preparations gather momentum for the 2027 presidential polls.
