The immediate past Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has officially obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship nomination form ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Bauchi State.
A video circulating on social media captured Tuggar collecting the N50 million nomination form during a ceremony held at the APC national secretariat, attended by party leaders, officials, and supporters.
The event drew excitement among his supporters, who were seen cheering and recording the moment as party officials processed the necessary documents.
Tuggar recently stepped down from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet to pursue his governorship ambition in Bauchi State, signalling his formal entry into the race.
Speaking after obtaining the form, the former Nigerian ambassador to Germany said he would accept the outcome of a transparent and credible APC primary election.
He also promised to offer quality leadership, inclusive governance, and protect minority rights if elected as governor of the state.
His emergence adds a significant dimension to the Bauchi APC governorship contest as political activities intensify ahead of the party’s primary election.
What you should know
Yusuf Tuggar’s decision to join the Bauchi governorship race marks one of the earliest high-profile declarations within the APC for the 2027 elections.
His resignation from the federal cabinet signals a strategic shift from national diplomacy to state politics. As a former ambassador and minister, Tuggar brings strong administrative and international experience to the race. His emphasis on inclusive governance and minority protection could shape campaign conversations in Bauchi.
The APC primary is expected to attract significant attention, with Tuggar’s entry likely to influence internal party alignments and competition as the battle for the party’s ticket gathers momentum across the state.
