The Digest:
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has claimed the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is in a state of panic, actively "shopping for endorsements" for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 elections. According to the PDP spokesperson, this move signals a failure of the APC's policies and a fear of the opposition's resurgence. In a nation seeking authenticity, the search for easy validation reveals a deeper uncertainty—rooted in the storm.
Key Points
- The PDP accuses the APC of violating the Electoral Act by commencing early campaigns.
- The ruling party's alleged actions are attributed to being "jittery" about the PDP's ongoing recalibration and reconciliation.
- The opposition asserts that a successful government should be endorsed by its work and achievements, not by solicited support.
- Any attempt to manipulate the 2027 elections will be met with resistance to ensure the people's will prevails.
- The PDP calls for a legal amendment to mandate the electronic transmission of election results.
- INEC was criticized for alleged institutional manipulation, citing the contrast between working financial POS machines and failing BVAS units in the same locations.
- The party declared it is "back and fully set" ahead of its national convention in November.
This accusation underscores the high-stakes political tensions brewing early in the election cycle, highlighting a battle of perception between policy achievement and political strategy.
Sources: The Cable Nigeria
