APC Chairman Warns Aspirants Against Indiscipline Ahead of Primaries

Kingsley Ohens reporting 

The National Chairman of the ruling (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has cautioned aspirants contesting for elective positions on the platform of the party to conduct themselves with discipline, maturity, and statesmanship ahead of the forthcoming party primaries, warning that violators risk severe sanctions.

Professor Yilwatda gave the warning in a statement issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy following the conclusion of screening exercises conducted for aspirants participating in the party’s preparations for the 2027 general elections.

The APC National Chairman reaffirmed the party’s commitment to transparent, peaceful, and credible primaries, stressing that the process is aimed at deepening internal democracy and sustaining public confidence in the ruling party.

He emphasized that the leadership of the APC would not tolerate acts capable of undermining the integrity or peaceful conduct of the primaries, noting that any aspirant or supporter found instigating violence, sponsoring unrest, engaging in anti-party activities, or attempting to disrupt the process would face strict disciplinary action, including immediate suspension from the party.

According to Professor Yilwatda, the APC has over the years built a reputation as one of Nigeria’s most organized political parties, adding that no personal ambition should be allowed to supersede the collective interest, unity, and stability of the party.

The APC Chairman also reminded aspirants that democratic contests naturally produce winners and losers, urging participants to embrace the spirit of healthy competition and respect the outcome of the exercise.

“In every democratic contest, only one person will eventually emerge victorious. What is important is the spirit with which the process is approached,” he stated.

He further called on all aspirants to see themselves as ambassadors of the APC, noting that their conduct before, during, and after the primaries would reflect the party’s core values, democratic ideals, and vision for national development.

Political observers believe the warning by the APC leadership is part of broader efforts to ensure rancour-free primaries and prevent internal crises ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle.