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2027: Opposition parties not ready for polls – APC scribe

2027: Opposition parties not ready for polls – APC scribe
2027 Elections: APC Questions Opposition's Readiness. The All Progressives Congress, APC, has thrown a challenge at Nigeria's opposition parties, suggesting they are not serious about contesting the 2027 general elections. Dr. Ajibola Basiru, the APC's National Secretary, made the comments regarding the opposition's complaints about the ongoing party membership registration exercise. Basiru's assertion is a reflection of the APC's confidence in its internal processes, particularly the membership registration. The exercise, designed to update the party's database, has been met with resistance from some opposition parties, who claim it is a ploy to disenfranchise them and their supporters. However, Basiru's comments suggest the APC sees the opposition's complaints as a sign of their lack of preparedness for the 2027 polls. This is not the first time the APC has faced criticism from the opposition, but it highlights the intense rivalry between the two major parties in Nigeria's politics. The APC's assertion comes at a time when the country is gearing up for the 2027 general elections. With the APC seeking to retain power, and the opposition parties eager to oust them, the stakes are high. The opposition's readiness or lack thereof for the polls will be a major factor in determining their success at the polls. In Nigeria's complex party politics, opposition parties often face significant challenges in mobilizing their supporters and resources. The opposition's decision to boycott or challenge the membership registration exercise may be seen as a sign of their internal weaknesses and lack of coordination. The APC's comments have sparked a debate about the opposition's preparedness for the 2027 elections. Will the opposition parties be able to overcome their internal challenges and mount a credible challenge to the APC? Only time will tell.
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