Sumner Sambo warns APC may face internal crisis over primaries and nomination disputes ahead of the 2027 elections
All Progressives Congress has been warned of possible internal unrest in the coming weeks as political analyst and Arise News Director of Politics, Sumner Sambo, predicts rising tension over its nomination process ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Warning of internal crisis in APC ahead of 2027 polls was issued during a broadcast on Arise News’ Morning Show on Monday, where Sambo said the ruling party could face significant dissatisfaction from aggrieved aspirants following the conclusion of its primaries and consensus arrangements.
He stated that disputes arising from ticket allocations, internal party negotiations and alleged breaches of electoral regulations could trigger widespread discontent within the party.
According to him, aspirants who lose out in the primaries may have limited political options due to restrictions in the Electoral Act, which governs post-primary defection rules.
Sambo urged Nigerians to pay close attention to the provisions of the law, warning that some political parties may attempt to operate outside its guidelines during their nomination processes.
He further noted that legal challenges could emerge where parties are found to have violated electoral provisions, stressing the importance of compliance and internal discipline.
APC internal crisis warning 2027 elections highlights growing political tensions as parties prepare for a highly competitive electoral cycle, with analysts predicting heightened activity in the coming weeks.
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Sambo concluded by stating that the political atmosphere is expected to become increasingly heated, particularly within the ruling party, as aspirants react to outcomes of internal contests.
