PRP Accuses APC Of Deepening Nigeria’s Political, Religious Divisions

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of deepening Nigeria’s political, religious and ethnic divisions ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The party alleged that the APC administration was employing tactics aimed at weakening opposition parties and frustrating their political activities in a bid to secure victory in the next general elections.

National Chairman of the PRP, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, made the allegations in a statement issued on Monday, warning that the ruling party’s actions could further threaten national unity and worsen existing divisions.

The PRP accused the APC of interfering in the internal affairs of opposition parties and deploying state power to frustrate their campaigns.

It said the ruling party, which had a responsibility to protect national security and unity, was instead deepening the country’s fault lines for electoral advantage.

The opposition party also criticised the APC’s Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket in the 2023 general elections, arguing that it generated widespread concerns over religious balance and national inclusion.

According to the PRP, the administration subsequently resorted to what it described as selective patronage in governance, further alienating sections of the population.

The party said the situation had become more troubling as Nigerians across religious and ethnic lines continued to face insecurity, poverty and economic hardship.

It alleged that the APC was now exploiting other aspects of the country’s diversity to strengthen its electoral prospects, rather than addressing the challenges confronting the nation.

The PRP commended Nigerians across religious and ethnic groups who had spoken against what it described as attempts to deepen divisions in the country.

It urged the APC leadership to respect the country’s sensitivities and redirect its attention towards tackling insecurity, poverty and other sources of violence affecting communities.

The party also called on Nigerians to unite in demanding accountability from the administration and insist on a transparent commitment to credible, free and fair elections in 2027.

The statement was signed by Baba-Ahmed and dated November 9, 2026.