APC seen as better option than PDP despite flaws, says Keyamo
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Festus Keyamo, a spokesman for Nigeria's APC party, stated that while APC is not perfect, it is a better option than the rival PDP. This statement came amid local government congresses in Enugu and Benue states, which APC described as peaceful and orderly. The remarks highlight ongoing political competition ahead of Nigeria's elections, affecting voter perceptions and party dynamics.
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- •Festus Keyamo made the statement on February 21, 2026.
- •APC held local government congresses in Enugu and Benue states in February 2026.
- •The APC appeal panel declared the Enugu congresses free of petitions and protests on February 23, 2026.
- •APC officials praised the peaceful and democratic conduct of the congresses in Enugu and Benue.
- •The comments were made in the context of political rivalry between APC and PDP in Nigeria.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If APC maintains a positive image through peaceful congresses APC could strengthen its support base ahead of upcoming elections, improving its chances against PDP.
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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)“No petitions, no protests,” APC appeal panel gives Enugu congresses clean bill of healthAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)APC hails orderly conduct of local government congresses in BenueAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)APC, Mbah commend Enugu party faithful for peaceful, democratic LG congressesAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)