The All Progressives Congress has announced an adjustment to its election timetable, moving the primary election for House of Representatives aspirants to Saturday as preparations for upcoming political contests intensify.
Party officials said the schedule change was made to improve coordination and ensure a smoother conduct of the primary process across affected constituencies.
According to the APC leadership, the revised timetable forms part of ongoing internal arrangements aimed at strengthening transparency, organization, and participation during the party’s candidate selection process.
The decision comes as political activities continue gaining momentum across Nigeria ahead of future elections, with major political parties focusing on internal primaries and strategic positioning.
Party stakeholders and aspirants are expected to intensify consultations and campaigns following the announcement, as competition for legislative tickets remains high in several states.
Political analysts note that timetable adjustments during party primaries are not uncommon in Nigeria’s political system, often resulting from logistical concerns, internal negotiations, or efforts to resolve disputes among party members.
The All Progressives Congress stated that electoral committees and party officials have been directed to comply fully with the updated schedule to ensure orderly primaries.
Observers say the conduct of party primaries will play a major role in shaping political alliances, internal party unity, and electoral strategies ahead of the general elections.
Some party members have welcomed the adjustment, arguing that additional preparation time could help improve coordination and reduce operational challenges during the exercise.
However, critics within opposition circles continue to stress the importance of transparent and credible primaries to avoid post-primary disputes and legal challenges.
Nigeria’s political environment has already witnessed increasing activity among major parties as aspirants seek nominations for legislative and executive positions across the country.
The APC leadership reiterated its commitment to conducting fair and democratic primaries while encouraging members to maintain unity and discipline throughout the process.
The revised timetable is expected to influence political calculations in several constituencies as aspirants intensify efforts to secure the party’s nomination tickets.
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