2027: ‘We won’t tolerate violence during primaries’ – APC

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has issued a stern warning to aspirants contesting under the party’s platform, stating that the APC will not tolerate violence or any actions that threaten the integrity of the upcoming primaries.

In a statement released on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, Yilwatda said any acts of violence, unrest, or anti-party activities during the primaries would be met with strict disciplinary actions, including the suspension of violators from the party.

“We will not tolerate any form of violence or actions that could undermine the credibility of the primaries,” Yilwatda warned. He emphasized that personal ambitions should not override the collective interest of the party, stating, “In every democratic contest, only one person will emerge victorious. What is important is the spirit with which the process is approached.”

Yilwatda further urged aspirants to demonstrate maturity and sportsmanship by accepting the outcome of the primaries peacefully. He called on party members and stakeholders to avoid any actions that could create unnecessary tension within the polity, emphasizing the need for unity and cooperation.

The APC chairman also reiterated the party’s commitment to supporting President Bola Tinubu’s administration, highlighting ongoing infrastructure projects and reforms as central to the party’s agenda ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Yilwatda reaffirmed the party leadership’s dedication to maintaining fairness, inclusiveness, and internal cohesion throughout the primary process.