Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress said President Bola Tinubu polled 10.9 million votes Monday to clinch the party’s presidential ticket for the next election cycle. The incumbent secured the nomination with an overwhelming majority over token challengers in a nationwide primary.
Party officials declared the vote a show of unity ahead of 2027 campaigning, though opposition groups questioned turnout figures in several states. Tinubu urged members to focus on economic stabilization, security in the north and power grid reforms.
Major newspapers reported celebrations in Lagos and Abuja while analysts assessed whether the margin deters internal rivals. The Peoples Democratic Party is preparing its own primary season with regional power brokers negotiating alliances.
Electoral authorities reminded parties to follow campaign finance rules as long rallies resumed. International observers will monitor whether primary processes predict transparency in the general election.
APC governors pledged campaign support in swing northern states where insecurity remains acute. Opposition parties alleged some primary votes were inflated and called for independent audits. Tinubu’s economic team highlighted falling inflation in speeches to delegates after the vote count.
Electoral commission officials reminded parties to file expense reports within statutory deadlines. Market analysts said Tinubu’s nomination reduces policy uncertainty for naira-denominated assets this week.
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News Headlines May 25, 2026. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers