APM Confirms Nomination Submission for 2027 General Election
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) announced that it has successfully uploaded the nomination details of its presidential candidate, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, and other candidates to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) nomination portal, meeting the electoral timetable.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday, APM National Publicity Secretary Abubakar Yusuf said the submission included presidential, vice‑presidential, Senate and House of Representatives candidates.
Yusuf described the milestone as another step in the party’s preparations for the 2027 general election, adding that APM is intensifying grassroots mobilisation while ensuring only credible and electable candidates are presented.
He said, “We have uploaded details of our presidential, vice‑presidential and National Assembly candidates as required by INEC. This marks another important milestone in our journey towards offering Nigerians a credible, competent and people‑oriented alternative in the 2027 general elections.”
Yusuf expressed optimism about the party’s chances, citing sustained engagement with Nigerians and the calibre of candidates fielded at all levels.
“Our confidence is rooted in our continuous engagement with Nigerians and the array of very credible candidates that we are fielding at all levels,” he added.
He highlighted Makinde’s competence, vision and leadership qualities, noting that the governor’s record speaks for itself and has earned him national recognition as one of Nigeria’s best‑performing governors.
“Our presidential candidate stands out as a leader whose record speaks for itself. His achievements have earned him national recognition as one of Nigeria’s best‑performing governors, and that is why Nigerians want him as president,” Yusuf stated.
He praised Makinde’s public finance management and governance, saying these principles will guide an APM government at the federal level.
Yusuf described Makinde as a new generation of leadership capable of uniting Nigerians across political, ethnic and religious divides.
“Beyond his impressive performance in office, Governor Makinde represents a new generation of leadership. He combines experience with relative youth, energy, vision and the capacity to unite Nigerians across political, ethnic and religious divides,” he said.
The APM leader added that Makinde possesses the competence, character and courage needed to reposition Nigeria and restore confidence in governance.
Yusuf said the party aims to tackle Nigeria’s major challenges — insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment and the rising cost of living — placing Nigerians’ welfare at the centre of government policies if APM wins the presidency.
“Across the country, citizens have expressed deep concerns about the rising cost of living, widespread insecurity, unemployment and declining economic opportunities. These are genuine concerns that require practical solutions and compassionate leadership which only the APM can offer,” he noted.
He concluded that with an APM‑led administration and Makinde at the helm, the welfare of Nigerians will be the focus of government policies, promising to secure the nation, rebuild the economy and ensure every Nigerian enjoys the dividends of good governance.
Yusuf also mentioned that the party continues to attract new members and supporters, pointing to the candidacy of Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed for a Senate seat on the APM platform as evidence of growing public confidence.
“In Bauchi State, Governor Bala Mohammed, our senatorial candidate, brings a wealth of experience and leadership that will further strengthen the party’s vision of effective representation and national development,” he said.
The opposition party criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), alleging failure to effectively address insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment and the rising cost of living.
“The failures of the APC administration have made it clear that Nigeria needs a new direction anchored on competence, accountability and people‑centred leadership, which only the APM can offer Nigerians,” Yusuf concluded.
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