APC Primaries Debacle: 47% Vote Drop and Party’s Decline

The APC’s direct primaries reportedly gave Tinubu just 10.9 million votes—a 47% decline from Buhari’s 14.8 million in 2019. Such a steep fall raises questions about the party’s grassroots strength. At the general election, APC’s support slid further to 8.8 million votes, while the opposition secured 14.5 million. Observers cite digital transmission hiccups and alleged INEC interference as factors in Tinubu’s narrow margin. Reports suggest many delegates were coerced or paid to vote in the primaries, casting doubt on genuine support. If this trend holds, Tinubu may struggle to win a true majority on election day. The opposition should hold INEC accountable and push for robust safeguards to prevent result manipulation and ensure transparency.

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