Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has declared that the state will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, citing longstanding political ties between them.

Radda’s position signals his support for Tinubu ahead of the next presidential election, although the governor’s declaration does not, on its own, establish the voting preferences of all Katsina residents.

The political relationship between the two leaders is likely to remain a subject of attention as political parties and their supporters prepare for the 2027 general elections. Tinubu, who took office in May 2023, is expected to face renewed scrutiny over his administration’s economic reforms, security policies and governance record as the election approaches.

Katsina, a state in Nigeria’s North-West, is politically significant because of its place in the region’s electoral landscape. Support from state political leaders can influence party mobilisation, but the eventual outcome will depend on voters’ choices and other factors as the campaign develops.

Radda’s declaration adds to the early political positioning ahead of 2027. Further details about the governor’s remarks, including the specific political ties he referenced, would provide additional context for assessing the basis of his support.

Katsina Governor Dikko Radda says the state will support President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, citing their longstanding political ties.