The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has dismissed claims of division within its ranks, insisting that the party remains united despite growing disagreements over its internal structure and preparations for the 2027 general elections.
The party’s assurance follows concerns raised by some state chairmen over the appointment of campaign coordinators and what they described as inadequate consultation with existing party structures.
The internal disagreements became more pronounced on October 21, 2026, when APM chairmen from the South-South geopolitical zone reportedly passed a vote of no confidence in the party’s presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. They accused him of bypassing the party’s hierarchy and undermining internal democracy through the creation of campaign structures without sufficient consultation.
Similar concerns have also emerged from the South-East, where party chairmen called for the dissolution of parallel campaign structures. They urged the national leadership to recognise and work through the established state party executives to avoid further internal friction.
Despite the growing complaints, the APM National Chairman, Yusuf Mamman Dantalle, maintained that the party remains united and focused on its mission ahead of the next general elections.
According to the party leadership, the reported disagreements do not threaten the cohesion of the APM, expressing confidence that internal issues would be resolved through dialogue and the party’s established mechanisms.
The developments come as political parties across the country intensify consultations, strengthen campaign structures and position themselves for what is expected to be a fiercely contested 2027 general election.
The APM’s ability to manage its internal differences is expected to be closely watched in the coming months as the race for the presidency gathers momentum.