Momentum is building within the ruling party as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and several top figures in the All Progressives Congress begin formal steps toward the 2027 elections.
The development follows the collection of nomination forms by key aspirants, signalling the start of internal contests ahead of the party’s primaries. Party insiders say the move reflects early consolidation efforts as different camps position themselves.
In the presidential race, forms were obtained on behalf of Tinubu by allies, reinforcing expectations that he will seek another term under the APC platform. The process has also attracted other contenders, showing that the contest within the party may not be entirely one-sided.
At the state level, attention has shifted to Lagos, where Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has secured strong backing from the Governance Advisory Council, the highest decision-making body of the party in the state.
The endorsement effectively positions Hamzat as the preferred candidate for the governorship race, signalling a coordinated effort among party leaders to maintain continuity in Lagos politics.
Party stakeholders say the decision reflects internal consensus-building, as influential figures align behind candidates considered capable of sustaining existing political structures.
Across other states, multiple aspirants have also begun picking forms for governorship and legislative positions, indicating a nationwide mobilisation within the APC ahead of the primaries.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has already fixed timelines for the elections and primaries, prompting parties to accelerate preparations and settle internal contests early.
Observers note that the early activities within the APC point to a strategy of strengthening internal unity before facing opposition coalitions that are beginning to emerge.
Despite growing political alignments outside the ruling party, APC figures insist their structure remains strong and capable of delivering victory in the next election cycle.
The unfolding developments highlight how quickly the political landscape is taking shape, with alliances, endorsements, and ambitions becoming clearer across different levels.
As the primaries approach, attention will remain on how internal contests are managed and whether emerging rivalries within the party could reshape its final lineup.