A prominent governor in northern Nigeria has declared the winner of the APC presidential primary election in his state as the party gathers itself for the 2027 general election.
The primary election, which took place in the state, saw contestants from across the region and the country compete for the party's nomination. The governor, who oversaw the exercise, confirmed that the process followed the party's guidelines and produced a clear winner.
This development comes as the APC intensifies preparations for the 2027 presidential race. The party has scheduled primary elections across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to select its flag bearer for the general election.
The winner from the northern state now joins other victors from similar exercises in other parts of the country. The party will consolidate results from all the primaries before announcing a national winner who will lead the APC's presidential campaign in 2027.
Party officials have said the primary process is designed to ensure internal democracy and give all aspirants a fair shot at the nomination. The APC has promised that the winner will be chosen through a transparent process that reflects the wishes of party members.
The announcement signals the party's commitment to producing a strong candidate for 2027. The APC believes that the primary process will strengthen the party ahead of the general election and help it retain power at the national level.
