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APC orders swearing-in of newly elected executives

The All Progressives Congress has mandated the swearing-in of its newly elected leaders, initiating their official roles within the party amid previous electoral disputes.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially directed the swearing-in of its newly elected executive committee members, which marks the beginning of their official activities within the party. This announcement, made by the party's National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, emphasizes the need for this inauguration to adhere to the stipulations laid out in the party's constitution. With congresses held at the ward and local government levels on February 18, and additional states, including Lagos, conducting theirs recently, the APC is moving forward despite some internal contention.

There have been reports of disputes arising from the earlier conducted congresses, with some disgruntled party members seeking legal action regarding the election outcomes. However, the APC's national leadership has firmly stated that all duly elected officials must be sworn in regardless of these disputes. This directive aims to unify the party as it prepares for upcoming challenges while also working to ensure that internal disagreements do not hinder the administrative processes already set in place.

The swearing-in ceremony, as mandated, is seen as a crucial step in reinforcing the party’s structural framework at various local levels. The APC's recognition of the need to adhere to its constitutional guidelines during this process underscores the importance of legitimacy and transparency within party operations, especially in light of the recent controversies surrounding the congresses. Ensuring a smooth transition and solidifying leadership roles will be pivotal as the party navigates its path forward, particularly with significant political events on the horizon in Nigeria.

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