2027: Man Who Claims to Be APC Member Discloses Why Ruling Party Can't Win Free and Fair Election

• A self-identified APC member had said the party might struggle to win a free and fair election
• The party insider had blamed internal dynamics and Nigeria’s economic hardship for weakening public support
• He had alleged that some elements within the APC were undermining opposition parties and democratic competition

A self-identified member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has stirred debate ahead of the 2027 general elections after suggesting that the ruling party may find it difficult to secure victory under a fully transparent electoral process.

The individual, who described himself as a “God-fearing APC member”, attributed his concerns to internal party dynamics and the prevailing socio-economic challenges facing Nigerians.

APC insider questions electoral chances

Speaking in a widely circulated video, the APC member expressed doubts about the party’s ability to win if elections were conducted without any form of interference.

“I’m an APC member, i dey tell some people say if we put the election for ground, free and fair make people vote thier hearts, the answer be say we no go win cos how do we want to explain that a w@r that’s going on in Iran is why people are hun gry in Nigeria,” he said.

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His comments appeared to question narratives linking global developments to domestic economic hardship, suggesting that such explanations may not resonate with voters.

Allegations of internal suppression emerge

The individual further alleged that certain elements within the APC were working to weaken opposition parties, describing the trend as harmful to Nigeria’s democratic system.

“Some elements inside the APC dey stop opposition to exist, it’s a really b@d thing,” he added.

While the claims have not been independently verified, they have sparked conversations around political competition and the state of democracy in the country.

Ex-gov mentions costly mistake APC will make

A former governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara state, Haliru Dantsoho, has warned that the party could jeopardise its chances in the 2027 governorship election if it zones its ticket to Kwara North.

Dantsoho, who holds the traditional title of Dan’Iya of Kaiama, made the remark in a statement cited by Legit.ng on Tuesday, April 14, where he explained the reasoning behind his political decisions ahead of the next election cycle.

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The APC chieftain disclosed that he had earlier stepped aside for a candidate from Kwara Central Senatorial District, citing electoral realities and the need for strategic alignment.

“Politics is about numbers, not emotions or social media agitation,” he said. “When you need something from the majority, you appeal, persuade, and build consensus—you don’t confront them.”

2027 election: APC chairman predicts victory for Tinubu

Previously, Legit.ng reported that the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, declared that the ruling party will win convincingly in the 2027 election.

Yilwatda expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will be re-elected and the APC will win many more states in the 2027 general elections. Prof. Yilwatda stated this during a courtesy visit by the Women Leaders Support Advancement in Abuja on Monday, December 8, 2025.

Source: Legit.ng