Nigeria’s Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, said on Wednesday that he expects the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to control 30 of the country’s 36 states by 2026, citing growing interest from opposition governors to join the party.
Idris made this known during the 2025 Quarterly Strategy Meeting of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF) for commissioners of information from APC-led states, held in Maiduguri, Borno State.
The event, themed “FGN–PGF Synergy 2025: One Message, One Future,” focused on strengthening coordination between federal and state governments to ensure unified communication and developmental progress.
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“Presently, our party controls 24 states. With more opposition governors showing interest in joining, I can assure you that by 2026 we will have 30 APC-controlled states ahead of the 2027 elections,” Idris stated.
The minister credited President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and reform-driven policies for boosting inclusive governance, stabilizing the economy, and restoring confidence in Nigeria’s currency.
He also commended Borno State for its resilience amid security and environmental challenges, praising Governor Babagana Umara Zulum and security agencies for their tireless efforts in restoring peace and stability.
As part of the meeting’s activities, delegates toured key infrastructure projects, including the Maiduguri Mega Power Plant, Tinubu Mega School, and newly constructed flyovers across the city.
