APC primaries lawmakers loss 2027 election shock as over 50 legislators reportedly lose tickets ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections
The All Progressives Congress, All Progressives Congress primaries have triggered widespread political uncertainty as indications emerge that no fewer than 50 serving members of the House of Representatives and several senators may not return to the 11th National Assembly.
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Lawmakers suffer shock losses in APC primaries ahead of 2027 elections follows nationwide party primaries in which multiple high profile incumbents reportedly failed to secure re-election tickets, sparking tensions within the ruling party.
Although the party has yet to release full official results, early findings suggest that the number of affected lawmakers could still rise as post-primary disputes continue to unfold across states.
The development comes after months in which many lawmakers strongly supported key government reforms, including subsidy removal, fiscal measures, and amendments to the Electoral Act, often under intense public scrutiny.
However, the outcome of the primaries has exposed deep political rifts, with several legislators reportedly stunned by rapidly shifting alliances and internal party realignments.
Among those affected are long serving members such as Nicholas Mutu and Mike Etaba, alongside other lawmakers from Cross River, Rivers, Delta, Ekiti, Ogun and Enugu States who reportedly lost their party tickets.
In Delta State, notable casualties include former House Minority Leader Ndudi Elumelu’s victory over incumbent Ngozi Lawrence Okolie, while senators Ovie Omo Agege and Ned Nwoko are also reported to have lost out during the process.
In Kogi State, Senator Jibrin Isah alleged irregularities in the primaries, claiming the process was manipulated and declaring a breakdown in trust within the party structure.
Similar complaints have emerged from Ekiti lawmaker Teju Okuyiga, who alleged widespread procedural violations, including non existent voting in several wards.
A former Independent National Electoral Commission Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mike Igini, had earlier warned that unresolved electoral weaknesses could cost legislators their seats if structural reforms were not addressed.
Political analyst Nduka Odo argued that many lawmakers are now facing the consequences of systems they once supported, describing the situation as a political backlash within the ruling party.
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The unfolding crisis has intensified debate over internal democracy within parties and raised questions about the future composition of the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections.
