Are APC Primaries Leaving The Party Stronger Or Divided?

Nigeria Daily

Nigeria Daily
Are APC Primaries Leaving The Party Stronger Or Divided?
May 22, 2026
Daniel Ariyo Oluwole

This week has been marked by intense political activity and rising internal tensions within the APC, as its primaries across House of Representatives, Senate, State Assembly, and governorship levels have been accompanied by complaints, protests, and allegations of irregularities.

While some aggrieved aspirants have defected, others remain in the party with lingering dissatisfaction ahead of the upcoming presidential primary. 

On Nigeria Daily, we examine whether the APC is emerging stronger or heading into 2027 with deeper internal divisions.