President Bola Tinubu has endorsed the consensus option ahead of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections, warning party members against do-or-die politics.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Tinubu described the start of the primaries as a historic moment as the APC prepares for its fourth electoral cycle.
He said the party is built on selflessness, sacrifice, consensus democracy, and progressive politics.
He said, “We founded the All Progressives Congress (APC) on the firm principles of progressive politics, consensus democracy, and personal devotion and sacrifice.”
According to Tinubu, the primaries are a test of the party’s cohesion and fortitude. They start with the house of representatives and conclude with the presidential primary on May 25.
The president further said that the APC constitution and the Electoral Act of 2026 were compliant with party officials’ attempts to generate consensus candidates in some places.
He also added that consensus is a commendable solution that might lessen animosity amongst party members.
He said, “I note the impressive progress made in this regard and encourage fellow party members to make the most of this window to ensure a seamless process and a more unified party.”
Additionally, Mr President urged party members to remain peaceful where consensus arrangements fail and direct primaries become necessary.
“Election is an essential ingredient of democracy. Where consensus fails, I urge us all to go into the primaries as brothers and sisters.”
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Meanwhile, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced that its has rescheduled its primaries, particularly its primary election for House of Representatives aspirants.
Originally set for Friday, the primaries will now take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
This was revealed in a statement signed by its national publicity secretary, Felix Morka and released via the party’s official X handle.
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