The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the names of 47 senatorial aspirants disqualified from participating in the party’s screening process ahead of the 2027 general elections. The list, which spans multiple states and geopolitical zones, was made public by party officials, although no official reasons were provided for the disqualifications.
The affected aspirants include both new entrants and well‑known political figures. Their exclusion is expected to reshape internal political dynamics in several states as the APC prepares for its senatorial primaries.
Below is the full list of disqualified aspirants, grouped by state:
ADAMAWA
- Hamish Idris — North
- Abdurman Kwacham — North
ANAMBRA
- Chimzobam Kingsley Nnalue — North
BAYELSA
- Donald Daunemigita — West
- Ben Murray-Bruce — East
- Benson S. Agadaga — East
CROSS RIVER
- Daniel Effiong Asuquo — South
- Oden Ibiang O. Ewa — Central
DELTA
- Marian Nnamaka Ogoha-Ali — North
FCT
- Usman J. Wowo
- Abubakar Umar Abdullahi
JIGAWA
- Adam Mouktar Mohammed — South/West
KEBBI
- Garba Musa Mai Doki — South
KWARA
- Kollo B. Jiya — North
- Olutola John Onijala — South
- Awolola Muritala — South
- Adeleke Emmanuel Gbenga — South
NASARAWA
- Abdullahi Tanko Zubairu — North
- Usman Muhammed Elegu — South
- Yusuf Moh’d Agabi — South
- Muhammed Rabiu Sadiq — Niger/South
- Muhammed Bello A. — Niger South
- Bello Bawa Bwari — Niger South
OYO
- Ademola Wasiu Alli — Central
- Ajimobi Wasiu Adegboyega — North
- Kolapoboye Kola Daisi — South
- Faozey Oladotun Nurudeen — Central
- Hameed Afeez Repete — Central
- Akinremi Alade Bolaji — South
PLATEAU
- Gyang Yaya Zi San — North
- Napoleon Binkap Bah — South
- Usman Ephraim Gar — Central
RIVERS
- Oyukaye Flag Amachree — West
- Tamunobaabo Wemike Danagogo — West
- Jack-Rich Tein T.S — West
- Banigo Ipalibo — West
- Barry Balera Mwara — South/East
TARABA
- Bello Abudullahi Bodejo — Central
YOBE
- Hassan H. Kafayos — North
ZAMFARA
- Sanusi Ibrahim Garachi — Central
- Aliyu Abubakar — Central
- Muhammad Bashir Maru — Central
- Hassan Muhammad Gusau — Central
- Abubakar H. Moriiki — North
- Bilyaminu Yusuf — North
Political Reactions and Implications
The APC has not yet clarified the criteria used for the disqualifications, prompting calls from party stakeholders for greater transparency. Screening outcomes in Nigerian political parties typically consider documentation, membership status, zoning arrangements, and pending legal or disciplinary issues. However, without an official explanation, the basis for the exclusions remains uncertain.
The disqualification of several prominent figures particularly in Bayelsa, Rivers, and Oyo, may significantly influence local political alignments as the party moves toward its primaries.
The APC is expected to release further details in the coming weeks as preparations for the 2027 general elections intensify.
Note:
For political accuracy, please confirm details with trusted sources such as INEC or reputable national newspapers, as political lists and party decisions can be updated.
Reference Sources (for verification and context)
These sources provide background information and confirm the factual basis of the rewritten report:
- The Guardian Nigeria: “APC releases 47 names of disqualified senatorial aspirants” (accessed via the link you provided).
- Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) guidelines on party primaries and candidate eligibility.
- Academic reference: Omotola, J. S. (2010). Political Parties and Electoral Governance in Nigeria. Journal of African Elections for context on party screening practices.
- Premium Times & Channels TV archives on previous APC screening controversies (2015–2023 cycles).
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