No Alliance with APC, PDP Insists Ahead of 2027 Polls

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), bolstered by the influence of Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, has firmly asserted its independence from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. This declaration, as reported by The Punch, is a clear signal that the PDP is not only confident in its ability to contest but is actively preparing to unseat the incumbent APC. The party's leadership has vehemently refuted any suggestions of an alliance, labeling such claims as baseless and mischievous attempts to undermine their electoral aspirations.

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Some people have continued to make claims that the PDP is in alliance with the APC, but such statements are mischievous.

PDP National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, articulated the party's stance, emphasizing that the current political climate, marked by a steady stream of defectors joining the PDP, provides no logical basis for an alliance with the APC. Instead, the party views these defections as a testament to its growing strength and appeal. The PDP's narrative is one of self-reliance and a clear objective: to secure victory at the polls and reclaim power, a sentiment that resonates strongly within the party's base and among those disillusioned with the current administration.

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We have no alliance or romance with the APC. The PDP is on its own, and our target is to defeat the APC. And we will defeat APC come 2027.

Furthermore, The Punch highlights the smooth progression of the PDP's internal electoral processes. The ongoing screening and nomination exercises are reportedly proceeding without a hitch, attracting significant enthusiasm from aspirants across various states. This organized approach to candidate selection, from state-level screenings to national-level assessments for governorship and presidential hopefuls, underscores the party's commitment to a credible and transparent primary process. The PDP appears poised to present a united front, driven by a clear vision to challenge and ultimately defeat the APC in 2027, a prospect that Nigerian political observers will be watching closely.

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The screening of aspirants for the 2027 election will commence tomorrow. Screening for some aspirants will be conducted in their respective states, while the screening for governorship and presidential aspirants will be held at Legacy House on Thursday.