The All Progressives Congress (APC) is gearing up for its 2026 national convention, which is expected to draw a massive turnout of over 8,000 delegates at Eagle Square in Abuja. The convention, scheduled for March 27 and 28, will be led by President Bola Tinubu and 31 governors, along with members of his cabinet.
The convention's media and publicity committee, co-chaired by Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris, has outlined readiness and logistics for the event. Idris emphasized the need for unity among committee members to ensure effective communication and a successful convention. The minister warned that a lot of sacrifice would be required from all, in line with the party's vision for a united and disciplined approach to communicating with Nigerians.
The APC has confirmed that it will adopt a consensus approach for selecting national leaders during the convention. However, the party has yet to decide how elective positions during primaries will be handled, with decisions potentially varying with local political dynamics. The convention is a crucial milestone for the party, aimed at strengthening its internal structures and democratic processes ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The APC's decision to adopt a consensus approach for selecting national leaders is a significant step towards strengthening its internal structures. However, the party's lack of clarity on how to handle elective positions during primaries raises concerns about the potential for internal conflicts. The convention's timing, coming just ahead of the 2027 general elections, adds pressure on the party to produce a cohesive and effective national leadership. For ordinary Nigerians, the outcome of this convention will have a direct impact on the party's ability to deliver on its campaign promises. The APC must ensure that its national leaders are chosen based on merit and not personal interests.
