A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has warned that Nigeria could face political unrest ahead of the 2027 general elections if concerns surrounding the judiciary and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) are not addressed.
Speaking to journalists in Minna on Sunday after a thanksgiving service marking his 64th birthday, Vatsa claimed that the crisis brewing within the ruling APC is more serious than those affecting opposition parties and could soon escalate.
The former APC Publicity Secretary in Niger State accused the party of lacking internal democracy, fairness, and transparency during its recent primary elections. He noted that the APC had yet to announce the results of its primaries nearly two months after they were conducted, describing the situation as evidence of deep divisions within the party.
Vatsa also criticised what he described as a “Government House-arranged consensus” in Niger State, alleging that candidates were imposed on party members rather than emerging through a democratic process.
According to him, the perceived injustice could fuel anti-party activities and further deepen the party’s internal crisis ahead of the 2027 elections.
He maintained that while opposition parties are grappling with their own challenges, the APC’s troubles are self-inflicted and could have serious consequences if left unresolved.
