The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially released its final list of National Assembly candidates to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), notably omitting the names of former Benue State Governor, Senator Gabriel Suswam, and several other aspirants. This decision, which has sparked significant discussion within political circles, appears to be a definitive step in the party’s ongoing internal selection and screening process as it prepares for the upcoming electoral cycle. While the party leadership has maintained that the omissions are in line with its established candidate screening and internal vetting protocols, the exclusion of such a high-profile figure as Suswam—who had previously made significant moves to align with the APC—has raised questions about the criteria used during the final vetting stages. Affected candidates are currently reviewing the party’s stated reasons for their exclusion, while party spokespeople emphasize that the decision is aimed at presenting the most viable and compliant candidates for the general election. This move marks a critical development in the lead-up to the 2027 polls, as the APC works to solidify its candidate roster amid heightened political activity and internal party dynamics.
