Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has openly endorsed the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, linking his support to ongoing federal projects in the state, particularly the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway and renewable energy initiatives.
Speaking at a political endorsement event in Birnin Kebbi organised by the Tinubu Support Organisation, the governor said the current administration has delivered “significant and impactful” development in Kebbi State, especially in infrastructure and energy, and argued that this justifies continuity in office.
He also noted that Kebbi is among the first states to publicly declare support for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, describing it as a reflection of the state’s alignment with the federal government’s development agenda.
The event, attended by political stakeholders and supporters of the ruling party, highlighted early mobilisation efforts ahead of the 2027 elections, with organisers pledging wider grassroots campaigns across Nigeria.
In practical terms, the story reflects two main dynamics: early political positioning for 2027 and the use of visible federal infrastructure projects as justification for incumbent support at the state level.
If you want, I can break down what the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway project actually involves and why it’s politically significant.