The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State has dismissed reports that it has pre-selected candidates for the upcoming elections. Party chairman Hon. Atiku Sankey described the claims as "baseless and unfounded rumors" in a statement issued on Tuesday. He insisted that the party remains committed to conducting open and fair primary elections in line with its national guidelines. Sankey warned against spreading misinformation that could destabilize the party's internal democracy. The statement did not name individuals or positions linked to the alleged anointment. The APC leadership in Kaduna reaffirmed that all aspirants would be treated equally and that due process would be followed. No timeline was given for the conduct of the primaries.
A party chairman issuing a denial before a formal accusation suggests the whispers are already gaining traction. Hon. Atiku Sankey's swift dismissal of "baseless" claims hints at underlying tensions within Kaduna APC. When top officials rush to label rumors false, it often means the party ranks are already questioning fairness. For voters, the real test will be whether the primaries reflect this promise of equal opportunity or follow familiar patterns of backstage deals.
