Tinubu urges APC members to maintain unity during primaries
President Bola Tinubu has called on members and leaders of the All Progressives Congress to act with discipline and sportsmanship as the party’s nationwide primaries begin. He warned that internal conflict would only benefit the opposition and stressed the importance of unity as the party enters its fourth election cycle. Tinubu encouraged both winners and losers to handle outcomes with grace, emphasizing consensus and fair play. He also directed security agencies to focus solely on maintaining peace during the primaries.
What we know
- Bola Tinubu appealed to APC members to avoid divisive actions and maintain party unity during the primaries.
- He urged winners not to gloat and losers to accept defeat with dignity, highlighting that the real victory is party cohesion.
- Tinubu referenced the Electoral Act 2026 and called for consensus where possible to minimize friction among aspirants.
- The APC primaries, starting with House of Representatives aspirants, are scheduled to run through to the presidential primary on May 25, 2026.
- He instructed security agencies to remain professional and focus solely on ensuring a peaceful exercise.
