- APC’s Confidence: Abdullahi Ganduje, APC National Chairman, dismisses opposition coalition talks as a “joint venture” bound to fail ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- Opposition Alliance: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and other key opposition leaders are exploring a potential alliance, but Ganduje isn’t impressed.
- APC’s Dominance: Ganduje expresses confidence in APC’s dominance, citing control of 21 states and describing the party as “still the strongest party in West Africa”.
- Expansion Plans: The APC is focused on maintaining power and expanding its reach, targeting other states to increase its tally.
Ganduje’s Reaction to Opposition Coalition Talks
Ganduje made these remarks during a press briefing after visiting former President Muhammadu Buhari with APC’s National Working Committee members. He believes the opposition coalition will fail due to inherent differences and lack of cohesion among its members. Ganduje stated, “We are not worried at all. This is just history trying to repeat itself. They went on a joint venture, which will not work because from what we have seen, there are just some particles that cannot come together”.
The APC’s strength lies in its strategic initiatives, which have enhanced its popularity and expanded its membership. Ganduje highlighted the party’s growth, citing electoral successes, including securing the presidency and winning the majority of off-season elections. The party is working to increase grassroots participation and has introduced a people-centered approach to campaign administration.
Ganduje’s confidence in the APC’s dominance suggests the party is well-prepared for the 2027 elections. With its current strength and expansion plans, the APC aims to maintain its position as the ruling party. The opposition coalition’s potential failure could further solidify the APC’s position, but the outcome remains to be seen.
