APC
Coverage of APC in the Nexus archive.
- Osun 2026: APC candidate promises violence-free election, warns against intimidation
The APC candidate for Osun 2026 pledged a violence-free election and warned that individuals attempting to intimidate voters would face consequences from security forces. The candidate emphasized cooperation with security operatives to address harassment of the electorate.
- Service-Wide Vote: APC slams Atiku, says ex-VP ‘more disoriented and misguided than ever before’
The APC criticized Atiku for not understanding the Service-Wide Vote, citing his role as a former vice president and presidential aspirant. The article highlights APC's disapproval of Atiku's stance on the voting process.
- 2027: Why opposition candidates aren’t Tinubu’s match – Gov Sule
Governor Sule claims opposition candidates are not a match for Tinubu and Shettima, comparing their APC ticket to day and night. The statement was published in a Premium Times Nigeria article.
- APC sets up reconciliation panel to resolve Anambra chapter crisis
The APC has established a reconciliation panel to investigate and resolve the crisis within its Anambra chapter, aiming to restore unity and encourage internal dispute resolution over litigation.
- Kano NDC lone senator may join APC, says Obi, Kwankwaso cannot win elections
The Kano NDC lone senator may join the APC, according to Obi, who also claims Kwankwaso cannot win elections. The senator, Mr. Hanga, met with APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda before meeting with a governor.
- Court dissolves APC’s chapters in UK, foreign countries, orders disclosure of donations from abroad
A court dissolved the All Progressives Congress (APC) chapters in the UK and other foreign countries. It also mandated the APC and other political parties to notify Nigeria's electoral commission (INEC) and disclose all foreign donations within 21 days, in line with the Nigerian constitution.
- Former Katsina governor defends Tinubu’s reforms, launches APC mobilisation network
Former Katsina Governor Ibrahim Shema has launched a statewide APC mobilisation network and defended the economic reforms of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dikko Radda ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- Election commission announces Edo local election results
The election commission announced the Edo local election results, stating that APC won the chairmanship election in all 18 local government areas of the state.
- Court reserves judgment in suit challenging Pantami as Gombe PDP governorship candidate
A court has reserved judgment in a lawsuit challenging Pantami's status as the Gombe PDP governorship candidate. Pantami defected from the APC after losing its governorship primary, citing irregularities and injustice.
- INEC Portal: APC mocks opposition over deadline extension for uploading candidates’ names
The APC claims INEC's extension of the deadline for uploading candidates' names, while legally justified, exposed organizational issues in opposition parties and their governance capacity. They assert this highlights the opposition's shortcomings despite INEC acting within its statutory powers.
- Abiodun presents Adeola to Ijebu royal fathers, says equity, competence guided his choice
Governor Abiodun presented Adeola to Ijebu royal fathers, stating equity and competence influenced his decision. He sought their support for the APC governorship candidate ahead of the 2027 general election.
- Nigeria: APC Retains Shettima As Tinubu's Running Mate Ahead of 2027 Election
The APC has confirmed Atiku Abubakar Shettima as Bola Tinubu's running mate for the 2027 election, ending speculation about replacing Shettima with a Northern Christian candidate due to concerns over the party's Muslim-Muslim ticket.
- ‘I won’t sabotage APC’, says former Kaduna Speaker after primary loss
Mr. Zailani, a former Kaduna Speaker, stated he won't sabotage the APC after losing the Kaduna Central senatorial primary. The APC primary was won by former lawmaker Shehu Sani.
- Omo-Agege speaks on removal of lawmaker who defected from APC to NDC
Omo-Agege criticized the removal of a lawmaker who defected from APC to NDC, stating that the people's mandate cannot be extinguished by a voice vote. The process was described as disturbing and disrespectful.
- APC overturns many Benue primaries, drops Suswam, others after appeals
The APC overturned several Benue primaries, removing Suswam and others following appeals. The decision has altered the political dynamics between Governor Hyacinth Alia and George Akume.
- 2027: APC drops Ex-Gov Suswam, Elegbeleye, 24 others from final National Assembly candidates’ list
APC removed Ex-Gov Suswam, Elegbeleye, and 24 others from its final National Assembly candidates' list. The substitutions were approved based on recommendations from the party's Primary Election Appeal Committee.
- Assembly declares seat vacant after lawmaker’s defection from APC to NDC
The Delta lawmaker's resignation letter was read during plenary, leading the Assembly to declare the seat vacant following their defection from APC to NDC.
- Ondo 2027: Despite protests, Tinubu’s support group Abuja review of APC list
Tinubu’s support group in Abuja has applauded the APC leadership for upholding the Appeals Committee’s decision on the list of nominees, despite ongoing protests. The group supports the party's decision regarding the Ondo 2027 nominations.
- 2027: Kwara APC governorship candidate receives INEC nomination form
The Kwara APC governorship candidate received an INEC nomination form, presented by Sunday Fagbemi to enable the candidate to fill and submit it to INEC.
- APC lawmaker challenges Ekiti primary result, cites Electoral Act violation
An APC lawmaker has challenged the Ekiti primary election result, alleging that the declared winner, Kunle Ibrahim, was a political appointee during the primary, violating the Electoral Act. The lawmaker is calling for Ibrahim's disqualification or a fresh primary election.
- 2027: Ondo lawmaker lauds Tinubu, interior minister for APC ticket, pledges impactful representation
An Ondo lawmaker thanked Tinubu and the interior minister for securing the APC ticket for the 2027 House of Representatives election, crediting divine grace and collective support for his candidacy. He pledged to provide impactful representation.
- APC Disowns Purported List of Successful Candidates, Labels It Fake
The APC has disowned a purported list of successful candidates, labeling it fake. The party stated that candidates will be formally notified through official channels and receive certificates of return.
- APC sweeps Gombe local government elections
The APC won all seats in Gombe's local government elections, as announced by Abdullahi Talatse, the Chairman of GOSIEC. The results were declared at the commission's headquarters in Gombe.
- Senator disqualified from APC screening defects to ADC
A senator was disqualified from the APC primary screening process and has defected to the ADC. The disqualification occurred during the May primary election, preventing the senator from seeking re-election for the APC's senatorial ticket.
- ANALYSIS: How defections, zoning, consensus deals shaped emergence of APC’s 28 governorship candidates
The emergence of the APC's 28 governorship candidates was influenced by defections, zoning, and consensus deals. In many states, the outcomes were predetermined due to political calculations overshadowing open competition within the party.
- Asogwa’s victory in Enugu North Senatorial by-election proves APC’s dominance – Mbah
Asogwa won the Enugu North Senatorial by-election, which Mbah claims demonstrates the APC's dominance in the state. The victory is described as a landslide, reinforcing the party's political influence.
- APC hails Oyebanji’s re-election, says victory reflects Ekiti people’s confidence
The APC celebrated Oyebanji’s re-election, attributing the victory to the confidence of the Ekiti people. The party also praised INEC, security agencies, and voters for the peaceful governorship election.
- Enugu North By-election: Igbo-Eze South chairman congratulates Asogwa, commends Mbah for APC’s victory
The Igbo-Eze South chairman, Mr. Ukwueze, congratulated Mr. Asogwa on his victory in the Enugu North By-election and commended Mbah for the APC's success. The victory is described as a reflection of confidence in Asogwa's capacity, competence, and commitment to serving the people.
- INEC declares APC’s Asogwa winner of Enugu North by-election
INEC declared APC's Asogwa the winner of the Enugu North by-election. The by-election was held following the death of Okey Ezea, the senator representing the district.
- APC’s Faduyile wins Ondo South Senatorial by-election
APC’s Faduyile won the Ondo South Senatorial by-election. The election was held after Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim was appointed Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations.
- It’s Official: INEC declares APC’s Oyebanji winner of Ekiti governorship election
INEC declared APC's Oyebanji the winner of the Ekiti governorship election in Ado-Ekiti. The announcement was made by the Independent National Electoral Commission in the state capital.
- #EkitiDecides2026: INEC set to declare Oyebanji winner as APC records sweeping victory across 16 LGAs
INEC is set to declare Oyebanji the winner in the 2026 Ekiti election as the APC secures victories across 16 local government areas. The APC candidate demonstrated strong performance in urban and rural regions, including Ado Ekiti, Ekiti West, Irepodun/Ifelodun, Ikole, and Ekiti East.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Oyebanji extends lead as INEC announces more results
APC leads with 182,331 cumulative votes across 10 declared LGAs in Ekiti, ahead of PDP's 28,777 and ADC's 6,598. APC has secured all 10 councils announced so far, extending its lead by 153,554 votes.
- #EkitiDecides2026: APC secures victory in PDP candidate’s stronghold
APC secured 769 votes in Ugele/Aroku Ward, defeating PDP's 683 votes in a ward considered a stronghold of the PDP candidate during #EkitiDecides2026.
- #EkitiDecides2026: Fayose casts votes, predicts overwhelming victory for Gov Oyebanji
Fayose, a PDP member, cast his votes in the #EkitiDecides2026 election and predicted an overwhelming victory for APC candidate and incumbent governor Oyebanji. He broke ranks with his party's traditional stance to endorse Oyebanji for re-election.
- Enugu North District By-election: Igbo-Eze South chairman assures Mbah of the LGA’s support for APC candidate
The Igbo-Eze South chairman assured Mbah of the local government area’s support for the APC candidate in the Enugu North District By-election. The governor, Mr. Mbah, attended an APC campaign event and commissioned a redesigned secretariat complex in Igbo-Eze South.
- Iyabo Obasanjo rejoins PDP, gets party’s Ogun Central senatorial ticket
Iyabo Obasanjo has rejoined the PDP and received the party's senatorial ticket for Ogun Central. She previously resigned from the APC in May after losing the governorship ticket race.
- Court dismisses Yahaya Bello’s bid to stop N110bn fraud trial
The Federal Capital Territory High Court dismissed an application by Yahaya Bello to quash charges in his alleged N110.4 billion fraud case, allowing the trial to proceed. Bello is currently the APC senatorial candidate for Kogi Central.
- 2026 Enugu North District Bye-election: Igbo-Eze South chairman takes part in APC campaign flag-off
The APC campaign flag-off for the 2026 Enugu North District Bye-election was attended by Igbo-Eze South chairman and Deputy Governor Ifeanyi Ossai, who represented Governor Mbah. The event took place at Igbo-Etiti Local Government Headquarters on 10 June.
- 2027: Sanwo-Olu presents Hamzat, Sonayon-James as APC’s Lagos governorship ticket
Governor Sanwo-Olu announced Hamzat and Sonayon-James as the APC's Lagos governorship candidates for 2027, stating they are capable of continuing the state's development agenda after his tenure ends.