By Our Correspondent
As political activities ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections begin to gather momentum, prominent figures within the All Progressives Congress (APC) have reportedly urged political appointees serving in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to actively support the ruling party’s political agenda or consider leaving their positions.
The development reflects the growing determination of the APC to consolidate its political structures and mobilize support well before the next election cycle. Party stakeholders argue that individuals occupying key government positions under an APC-led administration should demonstrate loyalty not only through governance but also by contributing to the party’s political success.
According to party insiders, the message is aimed particularly at technocrats—professionals appointed based on their expertise—who are perceived as maintaining a low political profile despite serving in strategic positions. Some party leaders believe that government appointments come with a responsibility to defend the administration’s policies and engage with the party’s grassroots supporters.
Supporters of the position contend that effective governance and political engagement should go hand in hand. They argue that appointees who benefit from the confidence of the administration should also be willing to communicate government achievements, participate in party outreach programmes, and help strengthen public confidence in the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
However, the reported stance has also sparked conversations among political observers and constitutional experts. Some analysts maintain that while political appointees are expected to align with the administration they serve, professional competence and effective service delivery should remain the primary criteria for retaining public office. They caution that governance should continue to prioritize national development alongside political considerations.
As preparations for the 2027 elections gradually intensify, the APC is expected to increase consultations with stakeholders across the country to strengthen its political base. The coming months are likely to witness more strategic engagements, policy discussions, and grassroots mobilization as the ruling party positions itself for another electoral contest.
For many Nigerians, the unfolding political developments underscore the increasingly close relationship between governance and party politics. Whether the reported call translates into an official party directive remains to be seen, but it has already added fresh momentum to the nation’s evolving political landscape.
As political activities ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections begin to gather momentum, prominent figures within the All Progressives Congress (APC) have reportedly urged political appointees serving in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to actively support the ruling party’s political agenda or consider leaving their positions.
The development reflects the growing determination of the APC to consolidate its political structures and mobilize support well before the next election cycle. Party stakeholders argue that individuals occupying key government positions under an APC-led administration should demonstrate loyalty not only through governance but also by contributing to the party’s political success.
According to party insiders, the message is aimed particularly at technocrats—professionals appointed based on their expertise—who are perceived as maintaining a low political profile despite serving in strategic positions. Some party leaders believe that government appointments come with a responsibility to defend the administration’s policies and engage with the party’s grassroots supporters.
Supporters of the position contend that effective governance and political engagement should go hand in hand. They argue that appointees who benefit from the confidence of the administration should also be willing to communicate government achievements, participate in party outreach programmes, and help strengthen public confidence in the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
However, the reported stance has also sparked conversations among political observers and constitutional experts. Some analysts maintain that while political appointees are expected to align with the administration they serve, professional competence and effective service delivery should remain the primary criteria for retaining public office. They caution that governance should continue to prioritize national development alongside political considerations.
As preparations for the 2027 elections gradually intensify, the APC is expected to increase consultations with stakeholders across the country to strengthen its political base. The coming months are likely to witness more strategic engagements, policy discussions, and grassroots mobilization as the ruling party positions itself for another electoral contest.
For many Nigerians, the unfolding political developments underscore the increasingly close relationship between governance and party politics. Whether the reported call translates into an official party directive remains to be seen, but it has already added fresh momentum to the nation’s evolving political landscape.
