YOLA, ADAMAWA STATE – The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State has dismissed allegations of irregularities in its party primaries made by former member and current Labour Party candidate, Peter Fwa.
The party insisted that its internal electoral processes were conducted in a transparent and credible manner, rejecting claims that the primaries were manipulated or flawed.
The All Progressives Congress, All Progressives Congress, stated that the accusations being circulated were misleading and did not reflect the reality of the exercise that produced its candidates.
Response To Allegations
Peter Fwa, now a candidate of the Labour Party, had reportedly raised concerns over the conduct of the APC primaries in Adamawa State, alleging irregularities in the selection process.
However, APC officials in the state described the claims as unfounded, maintaining that all aspirants were given a fair opportunity to participate in accordance with party guidelines and electoral procedures.
They added that the primaries were supervised and followed established rules, stressing that dissatisfied aspirants often resort to making allegations after losing out in competitive processes.
Party’s Position
According to the APC, the internal election process remains one of the most regulated within Nigeria’s political system, with strict adherence to party constitution and national electoral guidelines.
The party further urged members of the public to disregard what it described as attempts to discredit its internal democratic structures.
Officials said the focus should remain on governance and development rather than what they called “post-primary disputes.”
Political Context In Adamawa
Adamawa State continues to witness heightened political activity as parties position themselves ahead of future elections, with increased movement of politicians between political platforms.
Analysts say such disputes are common in competitive primaries, especially where aspirants contest closely fought tickets.
Observers note that internal party disagreements often resurface during general election cycles, influencing political narratives and alliances.
Outlook
As political preparations continue in the state, both ruling and opposition parties are expected to intensify internal reconciliation efforts to strengthen their chances in upcoming elections.
The APC reiterated its commitment to maintaining internal democracy while urging aggrieved members to pursue established dispute resolution mechanisms within the party structure.
