The All Progressives Congress in Kebbi State has ruled out automatic tickets for any aspirant ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying candidates will emerge through party primaries and internal consultations.
The decision was made on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi during a state unity rally held at Haliru Abdu Stadium, where party members and supporters from the 21 local government areas gathered to discuss preparations for the next election cycle.
State APC Chairman Kana Zuru said the party would rely on its internal process to pick candidates for different offices, making it clear that no aspirant would be handed a ticket without going through the party’s approved method. He said the party wants open competition among contenders and intends to maintain fairness during the selection process.
He explained that the party was focused on strengthening unity while preparing for the elections, adding that cohesion among members remains important as political activities begin to build ahead of 2027.
The rally also served as a platform for party leaders to push for cooperation among stakeholders and reduce possible tensions linked to future contests.
During the gathering, the APC Women Leader in the state, Aishatu Abubakar Gunabi, said the party remains united and committed to supporting both the Kebbi State governor and President Bola Tinubu.
She also urged elected officials to remain focused on delivering on their responsibilities to the people.
Also speaking at the event, APC National Organising Secretary Suleiman Mohammed Argungu expressed confidence in the party’s chances in the state, pointing to what he described as growing grassroots support and political participation.
Party leaders at the rally said the early mobilisation is part of efforts to prepare ahead of the general elections and manage competition among aspirants through party structures rather than favoritism.
The development comes amid growing conversations in different states over how political parties may choose candidates for the 2027 elections. In Kebbi, however, party leaders used the rally to make clear that aspirants seeking tickets will have to test their popularity through primaries or consensus arrangements permitted by party rules.
The announcement is expected to shape political calculations among those seeking offices under the APC in the state, especially as consultations and alignments continue ahead of the party’s formal electoral activities.