2027 elections: Who determines party ticket holders?

Guardian Nigeria

Are governors or the people truly in control of Nigeria's political party structures? This burning question comes to light amidst recent party campaigns, where aspirant promises to adhere to party tenets clash with party leaders' talk of "signals from above."  The dynamic of power in political parties is a complex puzzle. We're seeing indications that the President may have delegated influence to governors within the APC, while the Labour Party's national leader, Alex Oti, appears to hold the reins. Meanwhile, the ADC sees influential figures dictating outcomes.  This begs the crucial question: where does the real power lie? Is it with the masses, or with the established powers that be as we gear up for the 2027 elections? Explore this fascinating political landscape and understand who truly decides who gets party tickets.  #NigerianPolitics #PartyStructure #2027Elections #PoliticalPower

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00:00Who is actually in charge of political party structures in Nigeria?

00:04Is it the governor or the people?

00:06I pondered on this because of what I've heard and seen

00:11at different political parties' campaigns in recent times.

00:16While aspirants are quick to say they are ready to submit

00:19to the tenets and constitution of the party,

00:23I've heard leaders of the party saying signals have to come from above.

00:28The president seems to have ceded this position to governors in the APC.

00:33Alex Oti, being the national leaders of the Labour Party,

00:38is likely to be in control.

00:40However, in the ADC, political giants there are going to determine who and who gets what.

00:48Looking at this development, is the power really with the people or with the power that be?

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