APC Urges INEC to Enforce Membership Register Compliance

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally requested the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to bar political parties that fail to adhere to Section 77 of the Electoral Act 2026 from participating in the 2027 general elections. This request was made in a letter dated October 9, signed by APC's National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru.

The APC urged INEC to enforce the Supreme Court's judgment from September 24, 2026, in the case of INEC v Zenith Labour Party, which confirmed the necessity for political parties to submit their digital membership registers at least 21 days prior to their primaries, congresses, and conventions. The letter emphasized that only members listed in the submitted registers are eligible to vote or contest in these events.

The Supreme Court ruling affirmed the validity of Section 77 of the Electoral Act 2026, promoting internal democracy and transparent party elections.