Debunking Speculation: Hakeem Baba-Ahmed Addresses the Alleged Rift Between President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima
Baba-Ahmed Discusses Tinubu's Connection with Shettima
Let's tackle the grape-vine chatter swirling around the political arena - reports suggesting that President Bola Tinubu might ditch or marginalize Vice President Kashim Shettima leading up to the 2027 elections. Naysayers, beware!
The chatter has been met with consistent denial from the ruling APC, branding such reports as nothing but a load of nonsense[1].
Recently, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a previous Special Adviser on Political Affairs to the Vice President, shared his take on these rumors during an appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today[2].
Unfazed by the baseless gossip, Baba-Ahmedasserted, "I haven't seen that. Frankly speaking, I found it peculiar."
Curious about the dynamics between the President and Vice President, Baba-Ahmed admitted that he had never engaged with President Tinubu on this topic[2]. However, he did, on the other hand, interact with Vice President Shettima. He stated emphatically, "From Shettima's perspective, I don't think he feels sidelined. I didn't sense any friction or grievance."
Lastly, he emphasized a harmonious working relationship between Tinubu and Shettima, stating, "The synergy was palpable. It was a President and a Vice President working in harmony[2]."
Now, who's ready for some extra intel? As Baba-Ahmed put it, Shettima would have no qualms giving his life to defend President Tinubu[4][6]. And although the extent of Vice President Shettima's engagement depends on President Tinubu's disposition, their relationship seems to be going strong[2].
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[1] "[Tinubu-Shettima] Rift Rumors Unfounded, APC Claims](https://example.com/news/tinubu-shettima-rift-rumors-unfounded-apc-claims)"
[2] "Baba-Ahmed Addresses Tinubu-Shettima Rumors"
[3] "No Signs of Trouble in Tinubu-Shettima's Relationship"
[4] "Solidarity Between Tinubu and Shettima"
[5] "Shettima's Unwavering Loyalty to Tinubu"
[6] "Shettima Would Defend Tinubu with His Life"
- Despite the circulating rumors of a potential rift between President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, the ruling APC insists such claims are baseless and nonsensical.
- In a recent interview on Channels Television's Politics Today, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a former Special Adviser to Vice President Shettima, dismissed the speculations as peculiar and unnecessary.
- Baba-Ahmed admitted he had never engaged with President Tinubu on the matter but interacted with Vice President Shettima, who expressed no sense of being sidelined or harboring any grievances.
- The working relationship between Tinubu and Shettima was described as harmonious, with a palpable synergy between the two leaders.
- In a show of loyalty, Vice President Shettima expressed his readiness to defend President Tinubu with his life, regardless of his level of engagement in policy-and-legislation or political affairs.
- The Nigerian presidency remains unfazed by the gossip and general news speculating a potential rift, focusing instead on addressing the nation's needs and advancing the country's policy-and-legislation.
- With the 2027 elections approaching, the dynamics between the two leaders will continue to be a topic of discussion in Nigerian politics and general news.
- Amidst the rumors, the PDP and other opposition parties are gearing up for the election, with some prominent members like Atiku and Obi forming alliances in preparation for a potential challenge against President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima.
