2027: APC’s Internal Contradictions Scare Me More Than Atiku, Obi – ShettimaVice President Kashim Shettima has expressed concern over internal divisions within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), saying the party’s internal contradictions worry him more than opposition figures Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general elections.Shettima’s remarks highlight concerns about unity and cohesion within the ruling party as political activities intensify ahead of the next presidential election.
The Vice President’s statement suggests that disagreements among APC members and competing interests within the party could pose a significant challenge as it prepares for the 2027 polls.Atiku, a former vice-president, and Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, are prominent figures in Nigeria’s opposition politics.As preparations for the elections gather momentum, political parties are expected to manage internal disputes, strengthen their structures and consolidate support among voters.Shettima’s comments have drawn attention to the importance of party unity and effective internal coordination in the APC’s preparations for the forthcoming election.
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