APC Faces Internal Strife Ahead of 2027 Elections

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is experiencing significant internal challenges as imposed candidacies threaten its cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections. In Lagos State, Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat's preference for governorship candidacy has unsettled party dynamics, leading to tensions among aspirants.

In Ogun State, Senator Olamilekan Adeola's endorsement of a consensus candidate sparked protests, highlighting the volatility of the region's political landscape. Governor Dapo Abiodun and Senator Gbenga Daniel are embroiled in a dispute over senatorial ticket control, with accusations of favoritism complicating the situation.

In Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu's leadership efforts are met with resistance from multiple aspirants, indicating a fractured party structure. Kwara State's APC, under Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, faces similar issues as stakeholders demand open contests.

These conflicts underscore the risks of consensus-driven politics, which may deepen factional divides and weaken the APC's electoral prospects.