The (APC) has unveiled the full list of state coordinators and collation officers appointed to oversee its upcoming 2026 presidential primary elections across the country, Zilla Naija can report.
The announcement comes as the ruling party intensifies preparations ahead of one of its most crucial internal electoral exercises, with all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) set to participate.
Nationwide Structure for Fair Conduct
According to the official release, the APC’s National Working Committee (NWC) approved names of party members tasked with managing the logistics, coordination, collation, and supervision of results in every state. The move aims to ensure order, transparency, and credibility during the primaries.
Each state coordinator will work closely with a designated collation officer responsible for aggregating results from various local government areas and reporting them to the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.
Balanced and Diverse Appointments
Party sources revealed that the appointments reflect a balance of experience, regional representation, and party loyalty. Zilla Naija understands that every geopolitical zone has been considered in the selection process, aiming to foster unity and confidence among stakeholders ahead of the primaries.
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The APC said that this approach is vital to delivering credible outcomes and reconciling competing interests within the party.
What APC Says
In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, the APC described the appointments as “strategic and timely” in preparation for the presidential primary.
The party stressed that coordinators and collation officers must uphold party rules, maintain neutrality, and ensure peaceful conduct at all designated venues.
Party officials also reminded members that any form of misconduct, result manipulation, or breach of electoral guidelines would attract sanctions as stipulated in the party’s constitution.
Political Context
The APC’s 2026 presidential primaries come at a time of growing political competition, with opposition parties positioning themselves for the general elections.
Parties such as the (ADC), (PDP) and others have already begun preparations and internal consultations ahead of their own primary elections.
Political analysts told Zilla Naija that the selection of coordinators and collation officers will be crucial to maintaining peace and credibility within the APC process, especially given the increased scrutiny from party members and the public.
Next Steps
The APC has indicated that ward‑level primaries are expected to begin soon, with collation of results set to follow. The leadership has urged all party stakeholders to cooperate with the appointed officers for a smooth exercise.
Zilla Naija will continue to monitor developments in the APC presidential primary process and provide updates as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for detailed coverage of the primaries and results collation.
