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APC Denies Changing 2027 Primary Election Timetable
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied reports circulating online alleging that the party altered the timetable for its 2027 primary elections.
In a statement posted on its official platform, the ruling party insisted that the dates earlier announced for the primaries remain valid and unchanged.
APC Releases Confirmed Dates
According to the statement, the House of Representatives primary election is scheduled to hold on Friday, May 15, 2026.
The Senate primary election will follow on Monday, May 18, 2026, while the State House of Assembly primary is fixed for Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
The party also confirmed that the governorship primary election would take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026.
APC further stated that its presidential primary election remains scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026.
“This clarification has become necessary following the circulation of false and misleading reports on social media and other communication platforms suggesting otherwise,” the statement read.
Governors Undergo Screening
The clarification comes days after the APC began screening incumbent governors and aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Among the governors screened by the party’s committee were Abba Yusuf, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, Nasir Idris, Caleb Mutfwang and Hyacinth Alia.
Others screened include Sheriff Oborevwori, Umar Bago, Dauda Lawal, Bassey Otu and Ahmed Aliyu.
The party’s preparations for the primaries come amid increasing political activities and alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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PSG Edge Bayern in Tense Clash, Set Up Final Date With Arsenal
Paris Saint-Germain have booked a place in the UEFA Champions League final after holding Bayern Munich to a 1-1 draw on Wednesday night, sealing a 6-5 aggregate victory.
The result sends the French champions into a final clash against Arsenal on May 30.
Early goal sets the tone
PSG struck early at the Allianz Arena, with Ousmane Dembele scoring in the third minute to hand the visitors a crucial advantage.
The quick opener forced Bayern into a chase, with the German side struggling to break through a compact Paris defence for most of the game.
Penalty controversy sparks debate
A key moment came when Bayern were denied a penalty after the ball struck João Neves’ arm inside the box.
The decision stood after a VAR review, drawing visible frustration from the home side as they pushed for a breakthrough.
Late response falls short
Harry Kane eventually found the net in the 90th minute to level the score on the night.
However, the late goal was not enough to overturn PSG’s aggregate lead, as the visitors held on to progress.
Final showdown confirmed
PSG will now face Arsenal in the final, as they continue their pursuit of a first-ever Champions League title.
The French side heads into the decisive match with momentum, while Bayern exit the competition after a closely contested tie.
