The All Progressives Grand Alliance has distinguished itself as the dominant party in Anambra State. As the party prepares for its primary elections, David-Chyddy Eleke reports that aspirants are bracing for political war.
On May 23, 2026, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) would hold its primary election to elect its candidates for the positions of Senate, House of Representatives, Governor and House of Assembly. The date is carefully set to beat the deadline set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In Anambra state, APGA is a predominant party that has held the governorship position for exactly 20 years, having taken power from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on March 17, 2006 through the court, using its 2003 governorship candidate, Mr Peter Obi.
In Anambra today, the ticket of the party for a contest feels like an automatic ticket to a political position. For example, two months ago, the party held its primary election for local government election that is expected to hold in August this year. Already, those elected as local government chairmanship candidates and councillors for the election are already feeling like elected officials.
Even though the election is still months away, those elected as candidates of APGA for the upcoming election have already held thanksgiving for their victory, knowing that no other political party would challenge them.
