Information Minister Mohammed Idris Affirms All Progressives Congress Readiness For Strategic National Convention In Abuja

Information Minister Mohammed Idris says the APC National Convention in Abuja will strengthen democratic values and set the party's 2027 strategic direction.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 27, 2026, 4:45 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Politics Nigeria

A Decisive Milestone For The Ruling Party In Abuja

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has formally signaled the readiness of the All Progressives Congress for its highly anticipated National Convention scheduled for March 28, 2026. Speaking in his capacity as the Co-Chairman of the Media Sub-committee, Idris described the gathering at Eagle Square as a significant achievement for the party's organizational structure. The event is intended to go beyond a routine administrative exercise, serving instead as a high stakes platform for the ruling party to demonstrate its internal stability and readiness to lead the nation through the next political cycle.

Logistical Preparations And Delegate Mobilization Efforts

The scale of the two day convention is immense, with reports indicating that no fewer than 32 governors and a total of 8,453 delegates from all 36 states are converging on the federal capital. Minister Idris assured party members and the public that all necessary arrangements have been finalized to ensure a seamless and successful outing. This logistical feat is designed to facilitate a transparent environment for the election of party officials, which remains the central objective of the gathering. The presence of such a vast number of representatives underscores the party's intent to maintain a broad based national footprint.

Strategizing For The 2027 General Election Cycle

While the immediate focus of the convention is the election of internal leadership, the broader agenda includes critical policy engagement and the setting of a strategic direction for the 2027 general elections. Idris emphasized that the convention serves as a moment of reflection and consolidation, allowing the party to align its internal processes with national development goals. By gathering delegates from every corner of Nigeria, the party seeks to create a unified front that can effectively navigate the complexities of the upcoming electoral season while reinforcing its current governance mandate.