Tinubu influence: Over 140 political heavyweight join APC without single election

Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, Nigeria’s political map has changed in powerful and historic ways. In under two years and without holding a single national election, over 140 elected politicians have joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). They include governors, senators, members of the House of Representatives, state lawmakers, and local government chairmen. Most of these politicians were elected under opposition platforms, but they have now aligned themselves with President Tinubu’s leadership and vision for the country.