Nigeria's Drift Towards One-Party State Concerns Analyst

In an exclusive interview with Daily Post on Wednesday, Dengiyefa Angalapu, a senior analyst at the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), raised alarms about Nigeria's gradual drift towards a one-party state, despite the existence of a multi-party system on paper. Angalapu noted that the current political landscape reflects a dominant party system where the All Progressives Congress (APC) holds overwhelming power, while other parties struggle to remain relevant.

He pointed out that although Nigeria is not constitutionally a one-party state, the reality suggests a significant narrowing of political space, reducing voter choices. Angalapu emphasized that many voters feel discouraged from participating in elections, believing that candidates from smaller parties have little chance of winning.

He warned that the declining competitiveness of elections could lead to voter apathy and disillusionment. Furthermore, he acknowledged internal tensions within the APC, which could intensify as the 2027 elections approach, complicating the party's long-term dominance in Nigeria's diverse political landscape.