President Bola Tinubu’s Political Adviser, Ibrahim Masari, has reportedly criticised All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates who avoid displaying the President’s photograph on their campaign materials, warning that the move could be a serious political mistake.
Masari questioned how candidates who are afraid to display Tinubu’s photograph on their campaign posters and other campaign materials expect the President to gain votes in northern Nigeria.
He reportedly warned that distancing themselves from Tinubu during campaigns could undermine efforts to promote the President and strengthen the party’s support among voters.
The reported remarks have drawn attention to the importance of political loyalty and the role of the President’s image in APC campaigns, particularly in northern states where candidates are seeking to secure voter support.
The comments also raise questions about how APC candidates intend to balance their individual campaign strategies with the need to demonstrate support for Tinubu and his administration.
Masari’s reported warning suggests that candidates who benefit from the party’s platform should not shy away from publicly identifying with the President as they seek votes.
However, the full context of his remarks and the specific candidates he was referring to were not established in the information available.
