The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has welcomed the enactment of the country’s new Electoral Act, praising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for swiftly signing the legislation into law and describing it as a step toward strengthening democratic processes ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a communiqué issued after a National Working Committee (NWC) meeting in Awka, Anambra State, and signed by National Publicity Secretary Ejimofor Opara, the party said the law would provide greater certainty in the electoral process and enhance preparations by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
APGA also commended the National Assembly for the prompt passage of the bill, highlighting provisions such as reforms to political party primaries and the digitisation of party membership registers.
The party said these measures align with global best practices and would strengthen internal party democracy while urging INEC to align its 2027 election timetable with the new legal framework.
The NWC said it had reviewed its internal preparations for the polls, including approving guidelines and a timetable for its 2026 primary elections.
It also announced plans to convene stakeholder conferences across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones as part of broader mobilisation efforts.
On party administration, APGA acknowledged challenges in its ongoing electronic membership registration and revalidation exercise but assured members that issues would be resolved promptly.
It encouraged new and existing members to participate in the process.
The committee also approved the dissolution of party structures in the Federal Capital Territory, citing “disturbing developments”, and saying a caretaker committee would be constituted in line with party rules after notifying INEC.
APGA used the meeting to congratulate Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo on his second-term inauguration, attributing his re-election to what it described as significant developmental progress in the state.
The party urged him to continue efforts to transform Anambra into a “livable and prosperous smart mega city.”
Addressing national security, the party expressed concern over persistent violence and loss of life in parts of the country, calling on the president to intensify efforts to tackle insecurity.
It also commended Nigeria’s security forces for their ongoing operations, particularly in the north, and paid tribute to personnel who have died in the line of duty.
In a separate political development, APGA praised Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other lawmakers for what it described as defending constitutional order, following the defection of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe from the party.
It called on the Senate to declare the seat vacant in accordance with constitutional provisions.
The party further urged its members and officials nationwide to maintain discipline and adhere strictly to party rules, warning that violations during the upcoming primaries would attract sanctions.