Primaries: There are no losers in our party, Kwara APC tells replaced candidates
Political parties in Nigeria are concluding their primary elections for the 2027 general elections amidst widespread allegations of malpractice and internal conflict. Governors and party stakeholders are clashing over the imposition of candidates, leading to significant friction within the APC and other major parties.
Why it matters
The integrity of these primaries is critical to the stability of Nigeria's democratic process and the legitimacy of the upcoming 2027 general elections.
All the registered political parties according to the election time table given by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) are expected to conclude their primaries today.
The report covers multiple parties and perspectives, acknowledging the systemic issues without favoring a specific political faction.
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