The All Progressives Congress, African Democratic Congress, and Peoples Democratic Party have all expressed readiness and optimism ahead of the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, each claiming confidence in securing victory as campaigns intensify across the territory.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has scheduled the election for February 21, 2026, which is widely seen as a precursor to the 2027 general elections. On Saturday, INEC conducted a mock accreditation and voting exercise across the territory as part of preparations for the polls.
Also over the weekend, the APC announced the formation of its campaign council, showcasing a lineup of governors and other bigwigs of the party.
The APC Director of Publicity, Bala Ibrahim, stated that the ruling party was fully prepared for the elections, emphasising that the progress FCT residents had experienced since 2015 would secure victory for their candidates.
“Our party is fully prepared and has already hit the ground running in preparation for the upcoming election.
“The campaign council has been constituted, and all organs of the party, from the grassroots upwards, have been mobilised to reach out to the people and ensure victory. We are confident that come election day, our candidates will emerge victorious. “Since the return of democracy in 1999, FCT residents have never witnessed the level of transformation seen under the APC, particularly since 2015.
“The administration of President Bola Tinubu has brought unprecedented development, making the FCT one of the fastest-growing cities in Africa.