APC Panel Assures On Safety Of Leaders, Delegates At Convention

The Security Sub-committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention has vowed to develop and coordinate a comprehensive security framework that will guarantee the safety of delegates, party leaders, invited dignitaries media representatives, and all other participants during the exercise.

Chairman of the Committee and Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa stated this at the inaugural meeting of the panel in Abuja, ahead of the National Convention slated for March 27 and 28, 2026.

Musa explained that a national convention is one of the most critical events in the life of any political party as it is the platform through which the party renews its leadership structures, consolidates internal democracy and reinforces its vision for national development.

He said for a party of the stature and national reach of the APC, its national convention would attract thousands of delegates,

party leaders, government officials, and observers from across the country and beyond.

“Such a gathering, while celebratory, also presents complex security considerations that must be carefully anticipated and professionally managed. It is therefore imperative that the Convention’s security architecture be robust, coordinated, and proactive.

“The establishment of this Committee underscores the party’s commitment to ensuring that the Convention is conducted in a secure, orderly, and peaceful environment. Our task is to develop and coordinate a comprehensive security framework that will guarantee the safety of delegates, party leaders, invited dignitaries, media representatives, and all other participants throughout the duration of the Convention.

“Distinguished colleagues, the expectations placed on this Committee are very clear. We are required to conduct a thorough assessment of potential risks and vulnerabilities, design an integrated security plan, and ensure that all operational arrangements are effectively synchronized among the relevant agencies and stakeholders. Our approach must be preventive rather than reactive, ensuring that potential threats are identified and mitigated well in advance.

“Equally important is the need for effective coordination. The success of our assignment will depend largely on our ability to work closely with the various security, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies responsible for maintaining law and order during the Convention.

“Each agency brings unique capabilities, experience, and resources to the table. Our responsibility as a committee is to ensure that these capabilities are properly harmonized within a unified operational framework.

“In carrying out our duties, professionalism, discipline, and mutual respect must guide our engagement with one another and with the institutions we will be working with. The Convention must reflect the highest standards of organization and security befitting a ruling party and a responsible national political institution.

“I therefore urge every member of this Committee to approach this assignment with the seriousness and dedication it deserves. We must be proactive, meticulous, and collaborative in our planning and execution. The safety of participants and the integrity of the Convention depend on the quality of the work we undertake here,” Musa added.