The All Progressives Congress (APC) disclosed on Wednesday that former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Publicity Secretary Olisa Metuh, ex‑Edo State governorship candidate Osagie Ize‑Iyamu, and actress Foluke Daramola have been appointed to President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 Presidential Campaign Council. The supplementary list expands the council’s directorates, sectoral groups, mobilisation structures and operational units ahead of the 2027 general election.
What appointments were made?
- Olisa Metuh, who previously served as PDP’s national spokesperson, is now a member of the campaign council.
- Osagie Ize‑Iyamu, a former PDP governorship aspirant in Edo State, joins the council as well.
- Foluke Daramola, a noted Nigerian actress, is added to the council’s roster.
Why the expansion?
The APC’s statement, signed by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, said the additional members are intended to strengthen coordination among the council’s various components as election preparations intensify. “Our great Party reiterates its commitment to ensuring effective coordination among the various components of the PCC as preparations remain in top gear for the 2027 general election,” the release quoted the party as stating.
Who else is on the council?
The supplementary list follows an earlier release that featured opposition governors such as Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke. The new appointments broaden the party’s campaign structure as it seeks to secure President Bola Tinubu’s re‑election in 2027.
When was the list issued?
The APC made the announcement on Wednesday, roughly two weeks after publishing the initial council roster. The timing underscores the party’s effort to finalize its campaign machinery well before the election year.
How does this affect the campaign?
By incorporating figures from both political and entertainment spheres, the APC aims to tap diverse networks and enhance outreach across Nigeria. The inclusion of high‑profile personalities is expected to bolster the council’s mobilisation capacity and public engagement ahead of the upcoming polls.
The council’s expanded composition reflects the APC’s strategic push to consolidate support and ensure a coordinated approach as the 2027 electoral calendar approaches.