CSGG Calls on APC to Consider Muslim-Christian Ticket for National Balance, Inclusive Leadership Ahead of 2027
The national leadership of the Citizens Support for Good Governance (CSGG) under the leadership of Dr. Olayinka Adeosun Olumide, Hon. Nababa Hamis MLF, alongside the women leadership caucus led by Madam Hanatu Dauda, has called on the All Progressives Congress (APC) to begin broader national consultations on inclusive leadership, political balance, and equitable representation ahead of the 2027 general elections, while reaffirming President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the group’s preferred presidential candidate.
The call was made during a civic engagement forum held in Abuja, where the group stressed the importance of strengthening national unity through deliberate leadership decisions that reflect Nigeria’s religious, ethnic, and regional diversity.
Speaking on behalf of the women’s leadership caucus, Madam Hanatu Dauda said Nigeria’s democratic journey requires inclusive conversations that promote fairness, mutual trust, and national cohesion.
According to her, while President Bola Tinubu remains the most preferred candidate for the 2027 presidential election based on what the group described as his administration’s reform agenda, there is a need for wider consultations on leadership composition, including consideration of a Muslim-Christian ticket as a reflection of national balance and inclusiveness.
She emphasized that Nigeria’s multi-ethnic and multi-religious character makes inclusive leadership a strategic necessity for democratic stability.
“Nigeria is a plural society, and leadership decisions must continue to reflect justice, fairness, inclusion, and sensitivity to our diversity. As we move toward 2027, broader consultation is necessary to strengthen national unity, democratic trust, and the confidence of all Nigerians in the political process,” she stated.
Madam Dauda explained that the CSGG position is not rooted in division or exclusion, but in the belief that leadership symbolism matters in building national trust and social cohesion.
“This is not about political exclusion or division. It is about strengthening national trust. In a country as diverse as Nigeria, representation matters because it gives citizens confidence that leadership belongs to everyone,” she added.
The group noted that discussions around inclusive leadership have continued to emerge from various civic and socio-political stakeholders, including voices from the Middle Belt, Southern Christian communities, Northern stakeholders, Yoruba political leaders, South-East stakeholders, youth groups, women organisations, civil society actors, and Nigerians in the diaspora.
According to the CSGG leadership, while competence, economic reforms, security, and governance remain key electoral considerations, inclusiveness and balanced representation should also form an important part of the national political conversation.
Dr. Olayinka Adeosun Olumide said the group would commence wider stakeholder consultations across the country to deepen civic engagement and gather perspectives on strengthening inclusive democratic participation.
Hon. Nababa Hamis MLF added that the APC, as Nigeria’s ruling political party, has a responsibility to continue making decisions that promote unity, national confidence, and social harmony.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains our preferred candidate for 2027, but as a civic movement committed to good governance and national stability, we believe broader conversations around inclusive leadership and political balance are necessary for the long-term peace and unity of Nigeria,” he said.
The group called on Nigerians to approach the 2027 political process with mutual respect, constructive dialogue, and a shared commitment to national development.
“Nigeria’s progress depends on unity, understanding, fairness, and shared responsibility. Democracy grows stronger when every citizen feels seen, heard, and represented.”
