APC unveils sub-committees for 2026 national convention, sets stage for credible exercise
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the composition of sub-committees for its 2026 National Convention as part of preparations to ensure what it described as a transparent and credible exercise.
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka on Wednesday, the ruling party said the committees would coordinate operational, administrative, electoral, logistics, security and programme activities necessary for the smooth conduct of the convention.
According to the party, Governor Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji will chair the Aspirants’ Screening Committee, alongside Governor Usman Ododo as co-chairman and former Senate President Ken Nnamani as vice chairman.
The Screening Appeal Committee will be led by Governor Umar Namadi, with Governor Francis Nwifuru as co-chairman and APC National Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje serving as vice chairman.
Former Katsina State Governor Aminu Bello Masari will head the Election Committee, assisted by former Senate President Anyim Pius Anyim, Governor Uba Sani and Governor Monday Okpebholo.
Governor Agbu Kefas will chair the Election Appeal Committee, alongside Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.
For venue arrangements, Governor Dapo Abiodun will serve as chairman, supported by Governor Ahmed Aliyu, Minister of Works David Umahi and former Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong.
The Security Committee will be chaired by retired General Christopher Gwabin Musa, with Governor Douye Diri as co-chairman and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu as vice chairman.
Governor Hope Uzodimma will head the Finance Committee, working with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Minister of Finance Wale Edun.
Other key committees include the Media and Publicity Committee chaired by Governor Mai Mala Buni, the Ceremonial, Programme and Events Committee headed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and the Delegates’ Accreditation Committee led by Governor Babagana Zulum.
