A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) council chairman has stirred controversy after warning residents to leave if they refuse to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 elections.
According to Daily Post, the chairman made the statement in a video that has sparked reactions online. He reportedly told residents that they must support the APC or leave the area council.
The chairman said he would not tolerate anyone working against the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. He also linked his position to the development projects carried out by President Bola Tinubu and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
In the video, he reportedly said, “It’s either you are for the APC or you leave the area council.”
He also warned that he would use his position to oppose anyone who works against the party during the election.
The remarks have drawn attention because political parties have already started preparing for the 2027 elections. Several politicians and groups have begun mobilising supporters across the country.
However, the chairman’s comments have also raised concerns about political freedom. Residents have the right to support the political party or candidate of their choice.
The warning comes as the APC continues to build support for Tinubu’s expected 2027 re-election bid. The President has received endorsements from several political figures and groups across the country.
Meanwhile, opposition parties and political movements continue to position themselves ahead of the election. The growing political activity has increased public debate about the direction of Nigeria’s democracy.
The FCT chairman’s statement has therefore added another layer to the conversation surrounding the 2027 polls. It also highlights the increasingly intense political atmosphere ahead of the election.
For many Nigerians, the issue goes beyond party loyalty. It touches on the freedom of citizens to make political choices without pressure.
As preparations for 2027 gather pace, similar statements could fuel further debate over political participation and the rights of voters.
