The All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged Nigeria’s opposition parties to cease contesting the results of the 2027 general elections and redirect their efforts toward the 2031 polls, asserting that its electoral mandate remains legitimate and settled.
Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of the APC, delivered the statement on Tuesday, March 25, 2026, in Abuja. His remarks directly respond to ongoing challenges by opposition groups regarding the outcome of the 2027 elections, which saw the APC secure the presidency and a majority in the National Assembly.
“The opposition must accept the reality of the election and move forward rather than dwell on what he described as settled matters,” Morka stated. He emphasized that “The 2027 elections have been concluded and the mandate freely given to our party by Nigerians is not in doubt. Those still agitating should channel their energy towards preparing for 2031.”
Morka argued that persistent disputes over a finalized electoral process undermine democratic progress. He noted that the ruling party is concentrated on governance and fulfilling its campaign promises to the electorate. The APC spokesperson further called for a shift in political culture, advising opposition parties to adopt issue-based politics. “Constructive engagement, not distraction, is what the country needs at this time,” he added.
This public directive from Nigeria’s governing party highlights the recurring tension between incumbent administrations and opposition factions in the country’s electoral cycles. The APC’s stance reinforces its position that the 2027 results reflect the popular will, while framing continued litigation or protest as an unproductive diversion from national development.
Analysts suggest the statement aims to consolidate political stability by closing the chapter on the previous election cycle. By anchoring the conversation on the 2031 polls, the APC also signals its long-term strategic focus. The call for opposition engagement on policy issues points to a broader desire to move beyond electoral litigation toward substantive debate on Nigeria’s future.
The development places pressure on opposition coalitions to recalibrate their strategies, either by accepting the 2027 outcomes or risk being perceived as obstructing governance. For international observers, the update underscores the need for all actors to uphold electoral outcomes to strengthen democratic institutions and ensure policy continuity in Africa’s most populous nation.
