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APC reschedules Adamawa Central senatorial primary to Saturday

From The Punch · () English

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  • The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its Adamawa Central Senatorial District primary election to Saturday.
  • The party urged all aspirants, officials, and stakeholders to adhere to the new date and guidelines.
  • The rescheduling occurs amidst reports of postponements and allegations of irregularities in other APC primaries nationwide.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced a rescheduling of the Adamawa Central Senatorial District primary election to Saturday, May 23, 2026. This decision, communicated by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, aims to ensure a transparent and credible electoral process. The party has implored all participants, including aspirants, officials, and stakeholders, to take note of the revised date and strictly comply with the established guidelines.

This postponement in Adamawa is part of a broader pattern of logistical challenges and controversies surrounding the APC's primary elections across the nation. Several states have experienced delays, withdrawals, and accusations of irregularities, casting a shadow over the party's internal democratic processes. The APC is conducting primaries for various elective positions, and the Adamawa Central Senatorial election is the latest to face a revised schedule.

As the party strives to conduct these crucial primaries, the focus remains on ensuring fairness and adherence to rules. The APC's leadership has stressed the importance of a peaceful and transparent exercise, urging all parties involved to cooperate. The outcome of these primaries will be critical in determining the party's candidates for the upcoming general elections and will be closely watched by the Nigerian electorate.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rescheduled the conduct of the Adamawa Central Senatorial District Primary Election in Adamawa State to Saturday, 23rd May, 2026. The Party urges all aspirants, Party officials, and stakeholders to take note of the new date and ensure strict compliance with all guidelines issued for the conduct of the exercise in order to ensure a transparent, credible and peaceful primary election process.

· Felix MorkaAPC National Publicity Secretary announcing the rescheduled primary election.
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