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2027: APC governors, lawmakers push for automatic tickets
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) is currently grappling with demands from federal lawmakers and state governors for automatic tickets ahead of the 2027 polls.
Reports indicate that Senators and members of the House of Representatives are demanding guaranteed slots from the party to return to their seats while outgoing state governors seeking to vie for senate seats are also making demands for the senatorial tickets of the party.
Party sources say no official decision has been made but several meetings are being held to address the issue. Insiders reveal the party is treading carefully to avert a crisis in the buildup to the primaries.
The leadership of the National Assembly has called for the adoption of automatic tickets for serving lawmakers, arguing that the move is critical to sustaining reforms championed by the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration.
The demand was reportedly made during the party’s last convention at Eagle Square in Abuja.
Speaking on behalf of the APC caucuses in both chambers, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, noted that granting return tickets to performing legislators would promote continuity, stability, and effective policy implementation in line with the “Renewed Hope” agenda.
According to Abbas, the National Assembly has played a pivotal role in advancing key reforms—including fiscal and electoral changes—and should be strengthened rather than distracted by internal party contests.
“The stability of the legislature is critical to sustaining the reform process. Automatic tickets will allow lawmakers to focus on delivering on their mandate without the distractions of internal party contests,” Abbas said.
He maintained that the proposal is not a “privilege,” but a strategic mechanism to ensure policy consistency during a period of major economic reform. Senate President Godswill Akpabio aligned himself with the Speaker’s position, expressing strong support for legislative continuity.
APC leadership meets reps caucus
A closed-door meeting recently took place between the party’s National Chairman, Yilwatda Nentawe, National Secretary Ajibola Basiru, and members of the House of Representatives. About 230 members of the party’s caucus reportedly attended the session, which lasted four hours.
According to a source privy to the meeting, no definitive deal was reached, but the party assured lawmakers that their collective interests would be protected.
“The party is in a dilemma. This is because there are members who recently defected to the party whose interests must also be considered where necessary,” the source added.
Lawmakers’ concerns
Lawmakers expressed anxiety over moves by certain governors to block their return to the National Assembly. It was learned that some governors, nursing personal grudges, are rooting for the replacement of specific lawmakers—or intend to run for those seats themselves.
A party source noted that this friction contradicts a rumored arrangement where governors would produce candidates for State Assemblies, while the President would have the final say on federal lawmaker candidates. The party is reportedly awaiting final clearance from the President before taking a definite stand.
The risks of mismanagement
Political analyst Mathew Ifeolu warned that if the ruling party fails to handle the demand for automatic tickets carefully, it could trigger a massive internal crisis.
In a telephone interview, Mr. Ifeolu noted that most political crises begin in the aftermath of primaries. He urged the APC leadership to manage the situation with transparency. (Daily Trust)
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2027: “You Cannot Stop Us From Entering Your States” — Kwankwaso Warns Governors, Says Nigeria Is Bigger Than Any Election
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, 2027 vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has warned governors against attempting to prevent him and other opposition leaders from entering their states to campaign ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Kwankwaso said governors who believe they can stop opposition candidates from visiting their states are making a serious mistake, stressing that political leaders should not use their positions to restrict legitimate political activities.
The NDC vice-presidential candidate said Nigeria must remain bigger than any election or administration, suggesting that political contests should not be allowed to undermine the country’s unity or democratic process.
His comments come as the NDC intensifies its political activities and outreach ahead of the 2027 elections, with the party seeking support across different parts of the country.
Kwankwaso, who is running alongside Peter Obi on the NDC ticket, has in recent weeks been involved in political consultations and engagements across northern states as the opposition party builds its campaign structure.
The former Kano State governor said attempts by state governors to restrict opposition movements would not stop the party from engaging Nigerians and presenting its political message across the country.
He stressed that every political party and candidate should be given the opportunity to meet voters, explain their programmes and seek support without unnecessary restrictions or intimidation.
Kwankwaso’s warning adds to growing political tension ahead of the 2027 elections, with opposition parties increasingly challenging the influence of incumbent governors and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) across the states.
Former Deputy Governor of Bauchi State, Sagir Saleh, has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Saleh, who served as deputy governor during the administration of former Governor Isa Yuguda, formally resigned his membership of the APC in a letter.
His resignation comes as efforts to settle disagreements among party members following the 2027 primary elections continue.
His departure is coming alongside those of other prominent APC members, including former two-time governorship aspirant Bala Jibrin and Sunusi Kunde, an associate of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate.
The affected members have raised concerns about the conduct of the party’s internal affairs, with some accusing the leadership of unfair treatment and alleged imposition of candidates during the primary process.
Saleh submitted his resignation to the APC chairman of Katagum Local Government Area through the chairman of Matsango Ward in Azare.
He gave personal reasons for his decision but did not disclose further details.
Jibrin, who previously served as National Auditor of the defunct Congress for Progressive Change and later sought the APC governorship ticket in Bauchi, also resigned from the party in a letter dated August 31, 2026.
His exit followed his opposition to the emergence of former Bauchi Governor Muhammad Abubakar as the APC candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
Jibrin had criticised the primary process and questioned the way the candidate emerged.
Kunde also left the APC in August, submitting his resignation to the party chairman of Beti Ward in Misau Local Government Area.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election to court.
The petition is now on the notice board of the Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, in Osogbo. The papers went up on Monday, 7 September. Tribunal Secretary, Pefe Belemore, had said the notices would be displayed before noon.
Secretariat staff were already in the courtroom as preparations for sitting continued.
Two petitions challenge the 15 August result that returned Adeleke for another term. The APC case, marked EPT/OS/GOV/01/2026, was filed by its candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, against Adeleke, the Accord Party and the Independent National Electoral Commission.
The Peoples Democratic Party case, marked EPT/OS/GOV/02/2026, was filed by Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola against Adeleke, INEC and Accord. Discover more Maps Legislative Branch Politics Display of the petitions is a procedural step. The parties must still be served before full hearing begins. Adeleke remains the declared winner. The detailed grounds of each petition have not been published. The tribunal has not issued a ruling.State & Local Government
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