APC Denies Plans to Rig 2023 Elections, Describes PDP's Accusation as "Irrational and Baseless"

Strategic Insights -

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has vehemently denied allegations by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that it plans to rig the 2023 general elections. According to Sen. John Akpanudoedehe, National Secretary, APC Caretaker and Extra-ordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC), the accusations are "irrational and baseless," and a desperate attempt by the PDP to cling to relevance. The APC secretary pointed out that the PDP's recent actions, including a misguided court case against the APC national caretaker leadership, demonstrate the party's desperation and fear of APC's widespread popularity. Akpanudoedehe also highlighted the APC's successful membership registration exercise, which has recorded over 40 million members, and the gale of defections by PDP members and leaders to the APC, which has left the PDP in a comatose state.

Key Takeaways:

  • The APC has categorically denied allegations by the PDP that it plans to rig the 2023 elections, describing the accusations as "irrational and baseless."
  • Sen. John Akpanudoedehe, APC National Secretary, pointed out that the PDP's actions, including a recent misguided court case, demonstrate the party's desperation and fear of APC's popularity.
  • The APC's successful membership registration exercise has recorded over 40 million members, solidifying its position as a dominant force in Nigerian politics.
  • The PDP has suffered a significant loss of members and leaders to the APC, leaving the party in a weakened state.
  • The APC has expressed support for constitutionally permitted innovations by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure the sanctity of votes and the entire electioneering process.

Statistics:

  • The APC boasts over 40 million registered members.
  • The APC has gained a large number of defectors from the PDP, further eroding the party's strength.
  • The APC's popularity has led to a significant rejection of the PDP by Nigerians.

Sources:

  • "PDP Allege APC Plan to Use E-Voting Machines to Rig 2023 Elections." Vanguard, 2021, (exact date not specified).