The All Progressives Congress is grappling with rising internal tensions following contentious outcomes of its governorship, National Assembly, and state Houses of Assembly primaries, with growing fears of defections, litigations and anti-party activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Findings by Sunday PUNCH revealed that while some aggrieved members have already left the party, many others are still weighing the options between remaining in the APC or defecting to opposition platforms where they believe they may have better electoral prospects.
From Lagos to Delta, Zamfara, Kogi, Plateau and Osun states, dissatisfied aspirants have lodged petitions, threatened legal action and demanded fresh primaries.
The situation has deepened concerns within the ruling party over post-primary fallout that could weaken its electoral strength in 2027.
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