The All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared its intention to win all seats in the upcoming FCT Area Council elections (Feb. 21, 2026) and the 2027 general elections.
APC’s Strategy for Victory
Speaking at an APC stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, Minister of State, FCT, emphasized that the party had:
✅ Identified and addressed internal challenges.
✅ Unified its members to prevent selfish interests from derailing collective goals.
✅ Strengthened grassroots mobilization ahead of the elections.
“We have identified where our problems lie and are more united to overcome them. The result of our unity will manifest in the area council elections in 2026 and the general elections in 2027.”
Tinubu’s Governance Boosting APC’s Prospects
Mahmoud highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to inclusive governance, citing the creation of Youth and Women Secretariats in the FCT to enhance political participation.
Party Leadership’s Position
APC FCT Chairman, Malam Abdulmalik Usman, praised party members for their dedication, saying their efforts had solidified the party’s dominance.
“Our collective resolve is key to sustaining APC as the ruling party. We will continue to deliver dividends of democracy to our people and build a stronger, more prosperous nation.”
The Bigger Picture
With an aggressive campaign strategy and focus on unity, APC is gearing up for a clean sweep in the FCT and beyond, setting the stage for a heated political battle ahead of 2026 and 2027.
