A former presidential hopeful has unleashed a scathing critique of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), branding the party a “cult” rather than a legitimate political organisation.
The assertion, delivered during a public address covered by Politics Nigeria, suggests deep-rooted discontent with the party’s structure and governance style.
The candidate faulted the APC for lacking internal democracy and ideological coherence, describing its operations as insular and cult-like—prioritizing loyalty over transparency and policy.
Analysts say this attack underscores growing concerns about the moral and structural integrity of the APC’s leadership. It echoes earlier criticisms from former party officials like Nasir El-Rufai, who accused the APC of straying from its founding purpose after its emergence from the merger of major opposition parties in 2013. ([turn0search0])
Contrasting voices, including those aligned with the APC, maintain that while imperfections exist, labeling the party a “cult” is inflammatory and undermines Nigeria’s democracy.
As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, such rhetoric highlights brewing fractures within the political establishment and the urgent need for introspection across party lines.
