2027 ELECTION: APC CHAIRMAN BEGINS TWO-WEEK VACATION

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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof.Nentawe Yilwatda, has started a two-week break abroad after completing his first year in the position.

The party issued a statement, signed by Abimbola Tooki, the Special Adviser to the National Chairman on Media and Information Strategy, explaining that the vacation is meant to give Yilwatda time to rest, think, and plan for the 2027 general elections.

According to the statement, Yilwatda’s first year as national chairman has been marked by extensive party engagements, consultations, travels and strategic activities aimed at strengthening the APC.

It stated that the chairman has worked with members of the National Working Committee (NWC), governors, National Assembly members, state party structures, elected officials, and other stakeholders to strengthen the party.

The statement also highlighted the successful organization of the APC National Convention, the strengthening of the party’s internal structures, and the conduct of primary elections at various levels as some of the achievements under his leadership.

It mentioned that the vacation was not a withdrawal from party activities, but rather an opportunity for the national chairman to take a short break from his routine and reflect on the responsibilities that lie ahead.

Yilwatda is also expected to use this time to prepare for the upcoming NWC retreat, which will review the party’s activities, identify new challenges, and develop strategies for the months to come.

“The National Chairman will also utilise the period of respite to reflect on the next phase of the party’s development and put finishing touches to the design and planning of the forthcoming National Working Committee Retreat,” the statement said.

The APC said the retreat would help improve coordination within the NWC and strengthen the party’s preparations for the 2027 elections.

It added that Yilwatda’s absence from the country would not affect the operations of the party, as the NWC would continue to discharge its responsibilities in accordance with the APC constitution and established procedures.

The national chairman is expected to return to Nigeria at the end of the two-week vacation and resume his official engagements.