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APC hails Yilwatda’s first year, predicts 2027 electoral victory

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  • The All Progressives Congress (APC) celebrated the first anniversary of National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, attributing party unity and strength to his leadership.
  • The party highlighted Yilwatda's efforts in reconciliation, institutional reforms, and revitalizing structures nationwide over the past year.
  • The APC expressed confidence in its strengthened position for the 2027 general elections, linking its growing popularity to President Tinubu's agenda.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) marked the first anniversary of Professor Nentawe Yilwatda's tenure as National Chairman, praising his leadership for fostering unity and strengthening party structures. A statement from the party emphasized that Yilwatda assumed office during a difficult period but initiated rebuilding efforts through reconciliation and reforms.

Within one year of Professor Nentawe Yilwatda’s leadership, the APC has witnessed remarkable progress in strengthening internal democracy, fostering reconciliation among members and repositioning the party for greater electoral success.

— APC StatementHighlighting achievements under the National Chairman's first year.

The APC credited Yilwatda's inclusive leadership style for enhancing cooperation within the party's National Working Committee, elders, and stakeholders. This approach, the party stated, has led to greater unity and renewed confidence among members. The reconciliation of aggrieved members and the restoration of internal harmony were cited as significant factors in strengthening the APC across the country.

The National Chairman has promoted an inclusive leadership style that has enhanced cooperation within the National Working Committee, party elders and stakeholders across the country, resulting in greater unity and renewed confidence in the party.

— APC StatementDescribing the impact of Yilwatda's leadership approach.

Reforms at the National Secretariat have reportedly improved administrative processes, making them more transparent, accountable, and efficient. Party structures at ward, local government, and state levels have also been revitalized. The APC noted its expanded reach through engagement with youth, women, persons with disabilities, and grassroots supporters.

Our National Secretariat is now operating with improved efficiency, transparency and accountability, while party structures at the ward, local government and state levels have been revitalised to better serve our members

— APC StatementDetailing reforms at the party's administrative headquarters and grassroots levels.

The party linked its increasing popularity to the implementation of President Bola Tinubu's "Renewed Hope Agenda." Despite acknowledging current economic challenges, the APC expressed conviction that the ongoing reforms are establishing a solid foundation for sustainable growth, improved infrastructure, and shared prosperity. The party believes the progress achieved under Yilwatda has significantly boosted its prospects for the 2027 general elections.

While we acknowledge the temporary economic challenges facing Nigerians, we are convinced that the reforms being implemented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are laying a solid foundation for sustainable growth, improved infrastructure and shared prosperity

— APC StatementAddressing economic conditions and linking them to presidential reforms.
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