The National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress has been handed Certificates of Return, confirming their election at the party's National Convention on 28 March 2026 in Abuja. The certificates serve as official proof that the members emerged victorious in the internal party contest. The presentation of the documents was reported by Romanus Ugwu from Abuja.
During the same convention, Yilwatda pledged to position the APC as the preferred political platform for Nigerians, asserting that the party would work to attract broader support across the country. The event, organized by the ruling party, concluded with the formal acknowledgment of the NWC members' mandates.
The story was first published by The Sun Nigeria.
Yilwatda's vow to make the APC the "party of choice" gains weight now that the party's top executives have been formally certified. The issuance of Certificates of Return on 28 March 2026 marks the completion of the internal selection process, giving the new NWC a clear mandate.
The timing is notable because the APC is preparing for the 2027 general elections, and solidifying its leadership structure now could shape candidate selection and campaign strategy. By securing official recognition for its committee, the party signals stability and readiness to contest upcoming polls, a message aimed at both members and the electorate.
For ordinary Nigerians, especially those in swing states, the confirmed NWC may translate into more coordinated campaign outreach and policy promises that align with Yilwatda's promise of broader appeal. Voters seeking continuity or change will likely gauge the party's performance against this newly endorsed leadership.
This certification follows a pattern where ruling parties in Nigeria formalize internal hierarchies ahead of national elections, using such events to project unity and readiness, a tactic that often influences voter perception in the months leading to the ballot.
