The National Movement for Tinubu–Shettima 2027 — Forward Nigeria has commenced preparations for a nationwide consultation, organisation and mobilisation campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The movement, which is backing the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), said it had already established the philosophical, organisational and operational structures required for a broad-based national mobilisation.
This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday and jointly signed by members of the movement’s Interim National Coordinating Committee led by Professor Rufa’i Ahmed Alkali, National Coordinator; Dr Bassey Rekpene, National Coordinating Secretary; and Ardo Zubairu, National Media Coordinator.
The group explained that although September 1 had initially been considered for its formal public unveiling, further consultations and organisational considerations had necessitated a slight adjustment.
It said a new date for the formal commencement of its activities would be announced shortly.
According to the movement, substantial progress has already been made in developing the structures that will guide its activities, including a **Mandate Document** which serves as its foundational framework.
The document, it said, defines the movement’s philosophy, objectives, organisational architecture and strategic direction.
It has also developed a **National Covenant**, outlining its position on the 2027 elections and the rationale behind its support for the continuity of the Tinubu-Shettima administration under the APC.
The movement said its support was based on the conviction that the 2027 election would provide Nigerians with an opportunity to assess the direction of the country and make informed choices on its future leadership.
“The 2027 election must go beyond personal issues and propaganda. It should provide Nigerians an opportunity to assess competing visions, evaluate national progress and make informed choices about the leadership and policies best suited to advancing the country’s interests,” it said.
The group also disclosed that it had developed a comprehensive **Programme of Action** to guide consultations, stakeholder engagement, public communication, grassroots mobilisation and interaction with citizens across the country.
It said its communication and administrative infrastructure was being strengthened through the establishment of an official website, email platforms, WhatsApp channels and dedicated telephone lines.
The movement said consultations had already commenced with stakeholders and prospective members across the 36 states of the federation, as well as Nigerians in the diaspora.
“We are engaging members nationwide and beyond to establish their level of commitment, identify areas of competence and interest, and determine the responsibilities they are prepared to undertake. The response has been encouraging,” the statement said.
Following its formal launch, the group said it would roll out a structured national mobilisation programme aimed at establishing its presence across states, local government areas and communities.
It said details of forthcoming activities, including dates, venues and participation arrangements, would be communicated through its official channels after the ongoing preparations were concluded.
The movement stressed that successful political mobilisation required more than popular enthusiasm, insisting that organisation and sustained engagement would be critical to the 2027 electoral contest.
“Elections are not won by enthusiasm alone. Organisation, communication, mobilisation, commitment and responsible civic participation remain indispensable,” it said.
The group therefore urged its members and supporters to strengthen their networks, engage more deeply with their communities and identify areas where they could contribute to the Tinubu-Shettima 2027 project.
It said its central objective was to build “a broad-based, disciplined, credible and nationally representative platform of support” for the re-election bid.
The movement said the objective was situated within what it described as a larger vision of a stronger, more prosperous, secure, stable and forward-looking Nigeria.
It further distinguished itself from what it described as conventional political support groups, saying it intended to provide a structured platform through which supporters could participate actively in the country’s political process.
“The National Movement for Tinubu–Shettima 2027 — Forward Nigeria is not conceived merely as another political support platform. It is intended to provide a credible national vehicle through which Nigerians who share this vision can participate actively, responsibly and constructively in shaping the country’s political future,” the statement said.
The movement subsequently invited Nigerians who support continuity, stability, development, national cohesion and what it described as progressive governance to identify with the emerging mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections. Authority.
