Fresh controversy appears to be brewing over the All Progressives Congress (APC) Senate candidates list, with indications of a possible disagreement between the party and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
CDA News Nigeria reports that concerns have emerged over the submission and recognition of the APC’s official list of senatorial candidates following the conclusion of the party’s primary elections.
CDA News Nigeria gathered that the development is linked to post-primary disputes in some states, where aggrieved aspirants have challenged the outcome of the party’s primaries. The disagreements have reportedly raised questions about which candidates should be officially recognized by the electoral commission.
Political observers say the dispute could test the provisions of the Electoral Act and INEC’s guidelines on candidate nomination, particularly regarding the submission and validation of names by political parties.
Although neither INEC nor the APC has announced any final position on the disputed nominations, stakeholders are closely monitoring developments as the deadline for candidate submissions approaches.
The outcome of the process is expected to shape the APC’s preparations for the 2027 elections, while affected aspirants may seek internal party remedies or legal action where necessary.
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