The All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded senatorial primaries in many states ahead of the 2027 general elections, with several political heavyweights clinching tickets while others suffered major defeats. Governors, former governors, serving senators and influential party leaders emerged victorious in fiercely contested primaries held nationwide.
APC Senatorial Primary Winners
State Senatorial District Winner
Akwa Ibom North-West Godswill Akpabio
Borno South Ali Ndume
Kano North Barau Jibrin
Kogi Central Yahaya Bello
Kogi East Erico Ameh
Delta North Ifeanyi Okowa
Delta Central Ede Dafinone
Delta South Joel-Onowakpo Thomas
Edo North Adams Oshiomhole
Edo South Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama
Imo West Hope Uzodimma
Ogun East Dapo Abiodun
Abia North Orji Uzor Kalu
Ekiti Central Opeyemi Bamidele
Kwara South Lola Ashiru
Yobe South Ibrahim Bomai
Lagos West Oluranti Adebule
Edo Central Joseph Ikpea
Several winners secured their tickets through direct primaries, while others emerged through consensus arrangements endorsed by party stakeholders.
Major Defeated Aspirants
The APC primaries also produced dramatic upsets involving top politicians and serving lawmakers.
Among notable losers were:
Ned Nwoko
Rochas Okorocha
Ovie Omo-Agege
Danjuma Goje
Neda Imasuen
Jibrin Isah (Echocho)
Gbenga Daniel
Ibikunle Amosun
Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa defeated Senator Ned Nwoko in Delta North, while Governor Hope Uzodimma defeated Rochas Okorocha in Imo West.
APC Disqualifications Stir Controversy
The APC also disqualified dozens of senatorial aspirants before the primaries, citing screening and eligibility issues. Among those barred were Senator Ipalibo Banigo, Benson Agadaga and Tammy Danagogo.
Political observers believe the outcome of the primaries has significantly reshaped the battle for Senate seats ahead of the 2027 National Assembly elections, with several influential figures already positioning themselves for high-profile contests nationwide.