Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have pledged strict adherence to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) timetable ahead of the 2027 general elections, while insisting on financial transparency and accountability in the conduct of party congresses and conventions nationwide.
The governors, under the umbrella of the Progressive Governors Forum (PGF), made the commitment in a communiqué issued after a closed-door meeting held on Wednesday night at the Imo State Governor’s Lodge, Asokoro, Abuja.
Commitment To Rule Of Law, Internal Democracy
Reading the communiqué, the Chairman of the PGF and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, said the governors reaffirmed their collective resolve to strengthen internal democracy, uphold the rule of law, and comply fully with INEC schedules for the 2027 electoral cycle.
The Forum noted that constitutional and legal reforms remain a continuous process and should be pursued within established democratic frameworks.
Focus On Transparent Party Financing
The APC governors placed strong emphasis on the need for transparent and coordinated financial management in the organisation of ward, local government, state, zonal congresses and the party’s national convention.
They stressed that proper financial oversight would ensure fairness, consistency and accountability across all states, including those not currently governed by the APC.
Endorsement Of APC Congress Timetable
The PGF reviewed and formally endorsed the timetable and institutional framework earlier approved by the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the APC for upcoming party activities.
According to the schedule:
- Ward congresses will hold on February 18, 2026
- Local government congresses on February 20, 2026
- State congresses on March 7, 2026
- Zonal congresses on March 21, 2026
- National Convention on March 28, 2026
The party’s membership e-registration exercise, which began on December 1, 2025, is expected to conclude on January 30, 2026.
Digital Membership Drive Gets Nod
The governors commended the APC National Chairman for briefing the Forum on the ongoing digital membership registration, noting significant growth, especially among young Nigerians.
They said the integration of National Identity Number (NIN) verification would enhance data-driven planning, improve demographic insights and strengthen grassroots mobilisation across communities.
Attendance And New Entrants
The meeting was attended by several APC governors, including Nasir Idris (Kebbi), Agbu Kefas (Taraba), Caleb Mutfwang (Plateau), Monday Okpebholo (Edo), Uba Sani (Kaduna) and Francis Nwifuru (Ebonyi).
Others present were Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta), Ahmad Aliyu (Sokoto), Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos) and Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom).
Governors Dikko Radda (Katsina), Babagana Zulum (Borno) and Muhammad Yahaya (Gombe) were represented by their deputies.
The Forum also formally welcomed Governors Agbu Kefas of Taraba State and Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State into the PGF following their recent entry into the APC.
Grassroots Engagement And Party Unity
The PGF announced plans for strategic state visits and engagements, beginning with Taraba State, aimed at reinforcing grassroots structures and strengthening party cohesion nationwide.
The governors reiterated their commitment to party unity, responsible leadership communication and collective discipline, stressing that these were essential to sustaining public confidence in the APC’s democratic processes.
Looking Ahead To 2027
The Forum expressed appreciation to the APC National Chairman, National Secretary and members of the National Working Committee (NWC), pledging continued collaboration to deliver a credible, transparent and unifying congress and convention process in the interest of Nigeria’s democratic development.
