The All Progressives Congress, APC, on Wednesday, has approved the composition of sub-committees for the upcoming 2026 National Convention as part of preparations to ensure a transparent and credible convention.
This is contained in a statement by the party’s National spokesman, Felix Morka, on Wednesday.
According to the statement, the Committees are mandated to coordinate critical operational, administrative, electoral, logistics, security and programme activities necessary for the seamless conduct of the Convention.
The leadership of the National Convention sub-committees comprises the Aspirants’ Screening Committee, headed by Chairman Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji, Co-Chairman Usman Ododo, and Vice Chairman Sen. Ken Nnamani.
The Screening Appeal Committee is made up of Chairman Umar Namadi, Co-Chairman Francis Nwifuru, and Vice Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
The Election Committee will be led by Chairman Aminu Bello Masari; Vice Chairman I, Sen. Anyim Pius Anyim; Vice Chairman II, Uba Sani; and Vice Chairman III, Monday Okpebholo.
The Election Appeal Committee is chaired by Agbu Kefas and Siminalayi Fubara and deputised by Abba Kabir Yusuf.
According to Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of the party, said that the Venue Committee will be chaired by Abiodun Adedapo Oluseun and Ahmed Aliyu, while David Umahi and Simon Bako Lalong will serve as Vice Chairmen I and II, respectively.
The Security Committee has Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) and Douye Diri as Chairmen, while the Vice Chairman is Mallam Nuhu Ribadu.
Finance Committee: Chairman, Sen. Hope Uzodimma; Co-Chairman, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu; Vice Chairman, Mr. Olawale Edun.
Media and Publicity Committee: Chairman, H.E. Mai Mala Buni; Co-Chairman, Hon. Muhammed Idris Malagi; Vice Chairman, Sen. I. D. Gyang.
Ceremonial, Programme and Events Committee: Chairman, Sen. Godswill Obot Akpabio; Co-Chairman, Tajudeen Abbas; Vice Chairman, H.E. Sen. George Akume.
Delegates’ Accreditation Committee: Chairman, Prof. Babagana Umar Zulum; Co-Chairman, Pastor Umo Eno; Vice Chairman, Sen. Barau I. Jibrin.
Protocol Committee: Chairman, Sen. Bassey Otu; Co-Chairman, Inuwa Yahaya; Vice Chairman, Hon. James Abiodun Faleke.
Accommodation and Transportation Committee: Chairman, Dave Umahi; Co-Chairman, AbdulAziz Yari; Vice Chairman I, Sen. Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan; Vice Chairman II, Sen. Adams Oshiomhole.
Entertainment and Welfare Committee: Chairman, H.E. Sheriff Oborevwori; Co-Chairman, Peter Mbah; Vice Chairman, Dikko Umaru Radda.
Convention Legacy and Rapporteur Committee: Chairman, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq; Co-Chairman, Lucky Aiyedatiwa; Vice Chairman, Rt. Hon. Babangida S.M. Nguroje.
Legal Advisory Committee: Chairman, Hon. Lateef Fagbemi, SAN; Co-Chairman, Caleb Mutfwang; Vice Chairman, Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba, SAN.
Medical and Emergency Response Committee: Chairman, Dr. Nasir Idris; Co-Chairman, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate; Vice Chairman, Fr. Hyacinth Alia.
Secretariat/Technical Support Committee: Chairman, Mustapha Dawaki Bala; Co-Chairman, ‘Bisi Babalola; Vice Chairman, Olajolo Ayoola Peter, Esq.
The party urged all committee members to discharge their responsibilities with diligence and in strict adherence to the party’s constitution and approved guidelines.
The APC reassured members, stakeholders, and Nigerians of its commitment to conducting a credible and transparent National Convention that further strengthens internal democracy and consolidates its progressive ideals.
