2027 Race: Tuggar Set to Quit Tinubu’s Cabinet as Bauchi Governorship Ambition Gains Momentum

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, is expected to step down from his position as he positions himself for the 2027 governorship race in Bauchi State.

Sources within government circles indicate that the minister’s planned resignation aligns with a directive requiring political appointees seeking elective office to vacate their positions ahead of party primaries.

Tuggar, a seasoned diplomat and former ambassador, is said to have concluded consultations with key stakeholders and is preparing to formally declare his ambition for the Bauchi governorship seat.

His anticipated exit marks one of the earliest high-profile resignations from the current cabinet as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to gather momentum across the country.

Observers believe his entry into the race could reshape the political landscape in Bauchi State, given his experience in governance, diplomacy, and national politics.

There are also indications that more members of the administration may step down in the coming days as the political transition process gradually unfolds.