The African Alliance Party has asked its members across Nigeria to remain calm and committed after the Independent National Electoral Commission registered only two new political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, leaving the party out of the latest approvals.
The party made this known in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, where it acknowledged INEC’s announcement but said efforts were still ongoing to secure official registration. The AAP leadership said the setback should not weaken the resolve of its supporters or disrupt ongoing party activities nationwide.
Speaking on the development, the party’s National Chairman, Olusegun Peters, reassured members that the leadership was actively engaging the necessary processes required for registration. He said the party remained hopeful and confident that its application would eventually be approved.
The AAP leadership also commended members for their dedication and continued mobilisation at the grassroots level, urging them to stay united and focused as preparations for the 2027 elections continue.
The party is one of several political associations seeking registration amid growing interest in alternative political platforms outside Nigeria’s major parties. The process has attracted wide attention as many groups position themselves ahead of the next general elections.
On Thursday, INEC announced the registration of two new political parties after reviewing applications from 171 political associations. The commission said only the Democratic Leadership Alliance met all legal requirements, while the Nigeria Democratic Congress was registered based on a Federal High Court order.
INEC explained that the approvals followed a detailed screening exercise conducted in line with the law. With the latest registrations, the total number of registered political parties in Nigeria has increased to 20.
Despite missing out in this round, the African Alliance Party said it remains determined and called on its members to continue strengthening the party’s presence at the grassroots while awaiting further updates from the electoral body.