Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The All Progressives Congress (APC) 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 was contained in a statement signed by Felix Morka, CON, National Publicity Secretary, All Progressives Congress (APC).
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.
Leadership of National Convention Sub-Committees:
1. Aspirants’ Screening Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Usman Ododo
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Sen. Ken Nnamani, GCON
2. Screening Appeal Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Umar Namadi
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, PhD, CON
3. Election Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, CFR
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Sen. Anyim Pius Anyim, GCON
• Vice Chairman I: H.E. Uba Sani
• Vice Chairman II: H.E. Monday Okpebholo
4. Election Appeal Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Agbu Kefas
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Siminalayi Fubara
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Abba Kabir Yusuf
5. Venue Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Abiodun Adedapo Oluseun
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Ahmed Aliyu
• Vice Chairman I: H.E. David Umahi
• Vice Chairman II: H.E. Simon Bako Lalong
6. Security Committee:
• Chairman: Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd)
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Douye Diri
• Vice Chairman: Mallam Nuhu Ribadu
7. Finance Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Sen. Hope Uzodimma
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
• Vice Chairman: Mr. Olawale Edun
8. Media and Publicity Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Mai Mala Buni, CON
• Co-Chairman: Hon. Muhammed Idris Malagi
• Vice Chairman: Sen. I. D. Gyang
9. Ceremonial, Programme and Events Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Sen. Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, GCON
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Sen. George Akume
10. Delegates’ Accreditation Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Prof. Babagana Umar Zulum
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Pastor Umo Eno
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Sen. Barau I. Jibrin, CON
11. Protocol Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Sen. Bassey Otu
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Inuwa Yahaya
• Vice Chairman: Hon. James Abiodun Faleke
12. Accommodation and Transportation Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Dave Umahi
• Co-Chairman: H.E. AbdulAziz Yari
• Vice Chairman I: H.E. Sen. Ahmed Ibrahim Lawan, GCON
• Vice Chairman II: H.E. Sen. Adams Oshiomhole
13. Entertainment and Welfare Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Sheriff Oborevwori
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Peter Mbah
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Dikko Umaru Radda
14. Convention Legacy & Rapporteur Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Lucky Aiyedatiwa
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Rt. Hon. Babangida S.M. Nguroje
15. Legal Advisory Committee:
• Chairman: Hon. Lateef Fagbemi, SAN
• Co-Chairman: H.E. Caleb Mutfwang
• Vice Chairman: Sen. Victor Ndoma-Egba, SAN
16. Medical and Emergency Response Committee:
• Chairman: H.E. Dr. Nasir Idris
• Co-Chairman: Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate
• Vice Chairman: H.E. Fr. Hyacinth Alia
17. Secretariat / Technical Support Committee:
• Chairman: Hon. Mustapha Dawaki Bala
• Co-Chairman: ‘Bisi Babalola
• Vice Chairman: Olajolo Ayoola Peter, Esq.
It further stated: “The Party urges all Committee members to discharge their responsibilities with diligence and in strict adherence to the Party’s Constitution and approved guidelines.
“The APC reassures members, stakeholders, and Nigerians of its commitment to conducting a credible and transparent National Convention that further strengthens internal democracy and consolidates it’s progressive ideals,” it also added.
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