Fresh political signals from the ruling All Progressives Congress are drawing attention to the evolving balance of power ahead of the 2027 general elections, particularly in the North-West.

Speaking in Abuja during a media interaction, the party’s National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, expressed strong confidence that key voting blocs in Kano and Katsina states are firmly aligned with the APC. His comments come amid growing scrutiny over how political dominance in strategic regions could shape the next electoral cycle.

Yilwatda described Kano as a critical state for the party, noting its population size and influence within the northern political landscape. He also identified Katsina as another area where the party expects to maintain strong support heading into the polls.

The APC chairman dismissed concerns that a steady flow of defections from opposition parties could destabilise the ruling party internally. According to him, recent party congresses demonstrated the APC’s ability to manage competing interests among governors, lawmakers, and other stakeholders without internal breakdown.

He attributed this stability to what he called an effective internal conflict resolution structure, which he said has helped the party navigate tensions that might otherwise weaken its cohesion.

However, his remarks come against the backdrop of broader concerns about political concentration, with critics warning that the growing reach of a single party across multiple states could affect electoral competitiveness and voter choice.

Yilwatda rejected such concerns, insisting that governance and political strategy are being pursued side by side. He maintained that the party’s performance in office would ultimately play a key role in determining its acceptance among voters, even as discussions continue about the implications of its expanding influence nationwide.