APC Demands INEC Ban on Non-Compliant Opposition Parties

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally requested the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to prevent political parties that fail to submit their membership registers within the legally prescribed timeframe from fielding candidates. This demand was articulated in a letter dated October 9, 2026, signed by the APC's National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru.

The APC urged INEC to enforce the Supreme Court's judgment from September 24, 2026, regarding the submission and use of political parties' membership registers for primaries, congresses, and conventions. The party emphasized that Section 77(7) of the Electoral Act 2026 should be applied, which includes disqualification for parties that do not comply.

The letter also highlighted the necessity for INEC to verify compliance with the submission of digital membership registers and adherence to internal election rules. The Supreme Court's ruling in INEC v.

Zenith Labour Party confirmed the obligation of political parties to submit their membership registers, with specific deadlines outlined in the Electoral Act.