The All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied circulating a price list for its 2027 election forms. The report, which surfaced on Friday, claimed that presidential aspirants would pay ₦200 million for nomination forms, while those seeking state assembly seats would pay ₦20 million. However, the party dismissed the claims as false and misleading, stating that no such decision has been taken.
According to Felix Morka, the APC's National Publicity Secretary, the so-called price list did not originate from the party. In a statement, Morka described the report as "fake" and said it did not emanate from the party. He stressed that the party has neither discussed nor approved any pricing for the 2027 election forms.
The APC has urged its members, the media, and the public to disregard the report entirely. The party's 8th National Convention, which concluded recently, has also been overshadowed by the controversy surrounding the price list.
The APC's swift dismissal of the circulating price list is a welcome development, particularly for Nigerians who are already grappling with the economic implications of the 2027 elections. The party's leadership must be held accountable for transparency in the nomination process, especially considering the hefty costs associated with seeking public office. The fact that the price list did not originate from the party raises questions about the source of the misinformation and the motivations behind it. As the APC continues to navigate the complexities of the 2027 elections, it is crucial that the party prioritizes transparency and accountability to maintain the trust of its members and the Nigerian public. The party's leadership must also take concrete steps to prevent the spread of false information and ensure that the nomination process is fair and inclusive for all aspirants.
