The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Communication, Sunday Dare, has dismissed claims that there is a deliberate effort to ensure that only the All Progressives Congress (APC) appears on the ballot in the 2027 general elections.
Dare made the clarification during an appearance on Politics Today, where he addressed concerns raised by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over recent developments involving the electoral body.
His comments followed protests by the ADC against the decision of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to suspend recognition of the party’s leadership factions. The commission’s action was based on a March ruling by the Court of Appeal, alongside ongoing internal disputes within the party, including factions linked to David Mark.
Reacting to the protest, Dare emphasized that Nigeria’s political space remains open and pluralistic, noting that about 20 political parties are currently registered and operational. He stressed that no party is being prevented from participating in the democratic process.
“There is no design to have only one party on the ballot. The APC will not shut down because other parties are dealing with internal crises,” he said.
Dare accused opposition parties, particularly the
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He further rejected allegations that the APC-led administration is stifling opposition voices, pointing out that political activities, protests, and media criticism of the government continue without restriction.
“The fact that opposition members can protest freely and journalists openly criticise the President shows that democratic freedoms are intact,” he added.
Dare concluded by stating that building a viable political party requires commitment, sacrifice, and strategic organisation, urging opposition groups to focus on development rather than assigning blame.
