2027: Vatsa warns Niger APC against imposition of candidates

Politics 2027: Vatsa warns Niger APC against imposition of candidates Published on April 10, 2026 By Priscilla Dennis googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has cautioned the party leadership against imposing candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. Vatsa warned that such action could undermine the party’s chances at the polls. Speaking to journalists in Minna on Friday, Vatsa stressed the need for internal democracy to prevail, insisting that all aspirants must be given a fair and level playing field during the primaries. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); He warned that granting automatic tickets or adopting consensus arrangements without broad acceptance could divide the party and weaken its electoral strength. The former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State maintained that only a transparent and open primary process would ensure unity within the party. According to him, “Imposing unpopular candidates could trigger anti-party activities and create setbacks for the ruling party during the general elections.” Vatsa also cautioned that the opposition remains a strong force capable of capitalising on any internal crisis within the APC. He noted that allowing a widely accepted candidate to emerge would reduce the burden of campaigning, while undemocratic processes could have serious consequences for the party. On the security situation in the country, he described the rising wave of banditry as a negative reflection on the government while drawing parallels with events leading up to the 2015 elections, Vatsa warned that worsening insecurity and economic hardship could affect public perception of the administration, adding that much of the blame is being directed at President Bola Tinubu. Don't Miss How my former deputy tried to remove me from office, take my seat – Kano Gov, Yusuf You may like Ganduje can’t give me instructions, I’m APC leader in Kano – Gov Abba Yusuf Oyo Guber Poll: Alli, Folarin meet Tinubu over APC ticket [PHOTOS] 2027: NBA raises alarm over ‘judicial interference’ in party affairs APC’ll rule Nigeria for 100 years – Yobe chairman, Gadaka 2027: Bala declares aspirants over 55 years disqualified in ADC APC chairman, MINILS DG hail Kano governor over N5bn gratuity payment

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