Ex-ANPP Bloc Demands 2031 Presidency from APC, Decries Marginalisation!

Ex-ANPP Bloc Demands 2031 Presidency from APC, Decries Marginalisation!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Leaders of the former All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP), one of the foundational blocs of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), have demanded that the party zone the 2031 presidential ticket to their faction. They accuse the APC of consistently sidelining their members from top leadership positions since the 2013 merger.

What We Know:

• The ex-ANPP bloc made the appeal during a press briefing in Abuja, calling for President Bola Tinubu and APC leadership to honour internal equity.
• They claim ANPP loyalists have not been adequately rewarded, despite their significant role in the formation of the APC and past electoral victories.
• The bloc warns that continued marginalisation could lead to internal rebellion or mass defections ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Quote:

“We gave our structure to build the APC. It is only fair that we are given the opportunity to lead in 2031.”
— Spokesperson, Ex-ANPP Forum

Why It Matters:

• Reflects growing internal tensions within the APC as power struggles begin ahead of the next election cycle.
• – Signals the reawakening of legacy blocs that could influence zoning debates and coalition stability.
• Could impact Northern political alignment, as much of the ANPP’s strength lies in the North.

What to Watch:

• APC leadership’s response to the demand.
• Whether other blocs (e.g., ex-ACN, CPC) begin asserting similar claims.
• Implications for party unity before the 2027 and 2031 elections.

Sources:

1. The Nation – “Former ANPP leaders demand fair share in APC” (Nov. 3, 2025)
2. Vanguard – “2031: Ex-ANPP bloc warns APC over marginalisation”
3. Channels TV – Political Desk briefing coverage, Abuja

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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