More than 8,000 delegates alongside 31 state governors have converged on Abuja for the All Progressives Congress (APC) national convention, in what is shaping up to be a major political show of force ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The convention, which holds at Eagle Square, is expected to draw about 8,453 accredited delegates from across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, underscoring the scale and influence of the ruling party.
Top party leaders, elected officials, and key stakeholders are participating in the high-stakes gathering, which is designed to elect party executives, review internal structures, and set the political direction for the coming electoral cycle.
The presence of 31 APC governors further highlights the party’s dominance across Nigeria’s political landscape, reinforcing its position as the country’s leading political force.
Beyond routine party business, the convention is widely seen as a strategic platform to consolidate support for President Bola Tinubu, with expectations that his 2027 presidential ambition will receive strong backing from party loyalists.
Security has been tightened across Abuja, with major roads around the Federal Secretariat and Eagle Square restricted to ensure smooth conduct of the event, as thousands of party faithful flood the capital.
For the APC, the convention is more than a procedural gathering,it is a defining moment that could shape alliances, test internal cohesion, and signal the party’s readiness for the next electoral battle.
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