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APGA Backs Tinubu's Re-election, Criticizes APC Misinformation

8/29/2025

Summary

Story summary

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) will not nominate a presidential candidate in 2027, endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election.
Chairman Sly Ezeokenwa criticized the APC for misinformation regarding the Anambra South Senatorial by-election.
Ezeokenwa highlighted APGA's ideological alignment with Tinubu's administration, emphasizing shared goals.
YPP candidate Alhaji Mohammed Angulu Loko called for an issue-based campaign for the February 2026 council polls.
Donald Amamgbo was nominated as the Labour Party's Senatorial candidate amid coalition discussions with Peter Obi.

History

Historical Context

In 2015, Nigeria's All Progressives Congress (APC) ended 16 years of dominance by the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the presidential election. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a pivotal APC leader, now garners support from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), which controls five state governorships. This alliance aims to strengthen their position ahead of the 2027 elections, potentially transforming Nigeria's political dynamics.

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Story summary

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) will not nominate a presidential candidate in 2027, endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election.
Chairman Sly Ezeokenwa criticized the APC for misinformation regarding the Anambra South Senatorial by-election.
Ezeokenwa highlighted APGA's ideological alignment with Tinubu's administration, emphasizing shared goals.
YPP candidate Alhaji Mohammed Angulu Loko called for an issue-based campaign for the February 2026 council polls.
Donald Amamgbo was nominated as the Labour Party's Senatorial candidate amid coalition discussions with Peter Obi.

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