President Bola Tinubu on Thursday expressed confidence that more politicians would join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the APC Renewed Hope Agenda Summit held at the State House Conference Centre, Tinubu said he was pleased with his administration’s progress and the party’s achievements so far. He remarked that he couldn’t understand why anyone would choose to stay on “a sinking ship without a life jacket,” suggesting that defections were a natural part of political dynamics. The event, attended by party leaders, the APC National Working Committee, National Assembly leadership, and the Progressive Governors’ Forum—comprising 22 governors—also saw a unanimous endorsement of Tinubu for a second term. According to a statement from his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu emphasized that his administration’s commitment to economic reforms aimed at long-term benefits continues to receive praise both domestically and internationally. “A one-party system is not suitable for democracy. We are one party ruling and carrying on with the aspirations of Nigerians. “You don’t expect people to remain in a sinking ship without a life jacket. I am happy with what we have accomplished and expecting more people to come; that’s the game,” he was qouted as saying. The President said citizens have the constitutional right to choose between associations. “I thank every one of you. I am thoroughly inspired. We are just halfway through the journey that started 24 months ago,” he said. The President thanked members of the Federal Executive Council for courageously pursuing the vision of a better Nigeria and the party leadership and National Assembly for their support. “Together, we pledged to confront Nigeria’s challenges head-on by rebuilding the trust, fostering prosperity and restoring our nation’s economic quest.