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Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has rejected allegations that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is working to suppress opposition parties. He asserted that such claims are baseless, drawing on his personal experiences under the previous administration.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has voiced strong concerns regarding the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) recent messaging, suggesting a pattern of alignment with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The ADC's National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, cited this as a basis for the party's reservations.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is cautioned to address internal disruptions and sabotage as opposition parties position themselves for upcoming elections following its recent convention in March.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio asserts that opposition parties are still in disarray and predicts they will continue to be confused until after the APC's success in the 2027 elections.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called out opposition parties for using misinformation, particularly targeting the African Democratic Congress for alleged irregularities in its membership registration process.
Major opposition parties in Nigeria are hurrying to comply with the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) deadline to update their membership registers in preparation for the 2027 general elections. The recent adjustments to the election timetable have further intensified pressure on these parties.
The amended Electoral Act 2026 has been met with strong disapproval from leaders of Nigeria's opposition political parties, who criticized its rapid passage by the National Assembly. They questioned the intentions behind the amendments, particularly regarding election result transmission.
