Governor Abdullahi Sule has confirmed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State will adopt direct primaries to select candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The announcement came after a marathon meeting with governorship aspirants, lawmakers, and party leaders, where consensus overwhelmingly favored a system that empowers every registered party member to have a say.
Sule described the move as a step toward inclusiveness, transparency, and internal party cohesion, noting that direct primaries give all members a voice in choosing their leaders.
Beyond the primaries, the governor emphasized the need for a shift in power to the Nasarawa West senatorial district, specifically the Keffi axis, arguing that fairness and equity require balancing leadership among the state’s three zones.
He recalled that Nasarawa South governed for over a decade and Nasarawa North currently holds the seat, leaving the West sidelined for more than 20 years.
Highlighting the importance of party unity, Sule assured aspirants that the process would be credible and transparent.
He urged all contestants to respect the outcome, warning that any defection after a fair contest would reflect an inability to accept democratic results.
The governor expressed confidence that the APC would emerge stronger and more united, positioning itself for a successful run in the 2027 elections.
