The All Progressives Congress (APC) has distanced itself from a viral list circulating on social media that allegedly contains the names of successful candidates from its recently concluded primary elections, insisting that the publication is fake and unauthorized.
In a public notice issued by the party, the APC clarified that it has not released any official list of successful candidates from the primary elections and urged party members, aspirants, supporters, and the general public to disregard the document.
The party described the circulating list as the handiwork of individuals seeking to mislead the public and create confusion within its ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to the APC, only information released through its officially recognized communication channels should be regarded as authentic, warning members against relying on unofficial publications shared across social media platforms.
The statement stressed that no final list of successful candidates had been approved or published by the party, making every unofficial document currently in circulation invalid.
Party officials noted that election-related misinformation has the potential to fuel unnecessary tension among aspirants and supporters, particularly during the sensitive post-primary period.
The APC therefore appealed to members to remain calm and await official announcements regarding the outcome of the various primary elections conducted across the country.
The notice was signed by the party's National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, who reiterated the APC's commitment to transparency throughout the primary election process.
He urged Nigerians to verify political information before sharing it, emphasizing that fake publications can undermine public confidence and create unnecessary disputes within political parties.
The clarification comes amid heightened political activities as parties continue preparations for the 2027 general elections, with several primaries attracting widespread public attention across different states.
Political observers note that false election results and unofficial candidate lists have increasingly become common during party primaries, making prompt official clarifications essential to preventing misinformation from spreading.
The APC maintained that the integrity of its internal electoral process remains a priority and assured members that authentic results would be communicated through approved party channels.
The party also warned that individuals responsible for circulating fake information should desist from actions capable of misleading party faithful and the wider public.
Analysts believe the development highlights the growing challenge posed by misinformation during election seasons, particularly as political parties increasingly rely on digital platforms to communicate with members.
Supporters and aspirants have therefore been advised to rely solely on verified announcements from the APC National Secretariat and other officially designated party communication platforms.
As preparations for the 2027 elections continue, political stakeholders are expected to remain vigilant against fake news capable of influencing public perception or generating avoidable controversies within the electoral process.
The APC reaffirmed that only officially authenticated information should guide members and urged Nigerians to exercise caution whenever political documents or election results circulate without confirmation from authorized sources.