The All Progressives Congress (APC) has clarified that registered party members are not required to show proof of membership dues payment to participate in the ongoing primary elections.

In a press statement issued on May 16, 2026, from its National Secretariat in Abuja and signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, CON, the party said the clarification was necessary to prevent confusion and ensure smooth participation in the ongoing exercise.

According to the statement signed by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, CON, all duly registered members of the APC are entitled to vote in the primaries without presenting evidence of dues payment.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the requirement to show proof of payment of APC membership dues was applicable only to aspirants and their nominators during the submission of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms as well as during the screening exercise,” the party stated.

The APC urged members and stakeholders to disregard any contrary information and allow all eligible members to participate peacefully in the primaries without hindrance.

The clarification comes amid reports of confusion at some voting centers over membership dues requirements during the party’s internal elections.

Asaga Civic Centre, Asaga Ohafia – April 25, 2026

The Asaga (Ohafia) Development Union, ADU, today elected a new National Executive Committee at its 2026 Delegates’ Meeting held at the Asaga Civic Centre, with delegates overwhelmingly renewing the mandate of key principal officers while injecting fresh hands into the Union’s leadership.

The well-attended meeting, hosted by the ADU Gabon Branch, drew delegates from all branches worldwide. Also in attendance were the traditional rulers of Asaga, the Inyom Amaetiti Asaga, and the vibrant Youth Wing of ADU, whose presence added colour and strength to the deliberations.

Chief Okpa Ibekwem Okpa was returned unopposed as President General, extending his stewardship of the apex socio-cultural body of Asaga Ohafia. His re-election signals delegates’ confidence in his leadership over the past four years.

In other results announced at the meeting, Chief Sculptor Chikezie Ukaha was also returned as 1st Vice President, while Chief Okpor Chiori emerged as the new 2nd Vice President.

The engine room of the Union remains in familiar hands as Barr. Dr. Obinna Kalu was returned as Secretary General. He will be assisted by Mr. Oburu, who was elected Assistant Secretary.

The financial leadership was equally retained, with Elder Chief Okpor Anya returned as Treasurer and Elder James Ume returned as Financial Secretary.

The Union’s media and information directorate also saw continuity as Stanley Mba was returned as National Publicity Secretary.

To enforce discipline and order at Union functions, Mr. Ibeabuchi Uduma was elected 1st Provost, while Peter Onum emerged as 2nd Provost.

Shortly after the election, the newly elected executive received a royal blessing from the Eziego Asaga, His Royal Regency, Eze Oba Kalu Onugu. The traditional ruler commended the peaceful conduct of the election and charged the new leadership to serve with the fear of God, unity, and dedication to the progress of Asaga Ohafia.

In his acceptance speech, the re-elected President General, Chief Okpa Ibekwem Okpa, thanked Ndi Asaga Ohafia for the renewed mandate and pledged to consolidate on the gains of his first term. He called for unity and urged all Asaga sons and daughters, both at home and in the diaspora, to support the new executive to move Asaga forward.

The new executive will serve a four-year term.

Asaga Civic Centre, Asaga Ohafia – April 25, 2026

The Asaga (Ohafia) Development Union, ADU, on Saturday April 25, elected a new National Executive Committee at its 2026 Delegates’ Meeting held at the Asaga Civic Centre, with delegates overwhelmingly renewing the mandate of key principal officers while injecting fresh hands into the Union’s leadership.

Chief Okpa Ibekwem Okpa was returned unopposed as President General, extending his stewardship of the apex socio-cultural body of Asaga Ohafia. His re-election signals delegates’ confidence in his leadership over the past four years.

In other results announced at the well-attended meeting hosted by the ADU Gabon Branch, Chief Sculptor Chikezie Ukaha was also returned as 1st Vice President, while Chief Okpor Chiori emerged as the new 2nd Vice President.

The engine room of the Union remains in familiar hands as Barr. Dr. Obinna Kalu was returned as Secretary General. He will be assisted by Mr. Ifeanyi Oburu, who was elected Assistant Secretary.

The financial leadership was equally retained, with Elder Chief Okpor Anya returned as Treasurer and Elder James Ume returned as Financial Secretary.

The Union’s media and information directorate also saw continuity as Stanley Mba was returned as National Publicity Secretary.

To enforce discipline and order at Union functions, Mr. Ibeabuchi Uduma was elected 1st Provost, while Peter Onum emerged as 2nd Provost.

In his acceptance speech, the re-elected President General, Chief Okpa Ibekwem Okpa, thanked Ndi Asaga Ohafia for the renewed mandate and pledged to consolidate on the gains of his first term. He called for unity and urged all Asaga sons and daughters, both at home and in the diaspora, to support the new executive to move Asaga forward.

The 2026 Delegates’ Meeting drew participants from ADU branches worldwide. The new executive will serve a four-year term.