APC Governors Accused of "Hijacking" Nomination Forms

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing a brewing internal crisis as it begins its march toward the 2027 general elections. Reports have emerged today that several state governors have allegedly "hijacked" the nomination forms for the upcoming primaries, fueling concerns over transparency and the potential for candidate imposition. Tensions have reached a fever pitch in Abuja, with some presidential hopefuls lamenting their inability to access payment details or physical forms.

The scramble for forms has exposed deepening divisions within the party ranks, with chieftains warning that the current lack of transparency could lead to widespread protests and litigation. Some aspirants have criticized the "over-centralization" of the process, arguing that the dominance of governors in the nomination phase erodes the party's internal democracy and could lead to an electoral backlash.

The APC has fixed May 23, 2026, for its presidential primary, but the current logistical friction suggests a rocky road ahead. Independent observers and civil society groups have cautioned that the "hijacking" of forms is a dangerous sign of a democratic backslide, urging the party leadership to ensure a level playing field for all candidates to avoid fracturing the ruling party before the main election cycle.

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