Opposition, APC trade claims over 2027 campaign funding

Opposition parties and the APC have traded accusations over campaign financing ahead of the 2027 elections, as rivals allege an uneven financial playing field while the ruling party denies using public funds. Opposition groups, including the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peoples Democratic Party, Peoples Redemption Party, Young Progressives Party and Obidient Movement, have raised concerns over campaign financing ahead...

• Opposition parties and the APC have traded accusations over campaign financing ahead of the 2027 elections, as rivals allege an uneven financial playing field while the ruling party denies using public funds.
• Opposition groups, including the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peoples Democratic Party, Peoples Redemption Party, Young Progressives Party and Obidient Movement, have raised concerns over campaign financing ahead of the 2027 general elections.
• They allege that economic hardship, donor fears and the ruling All Progressives Congress’ financial advantage could make it harder for rival parties to compete, with several saying they will rely more heavily on grassroots mobilisation, digital campaigns, voluntary contributions and political alliances.The Electoral Act 2026 increased campaign spending limits, allowing presidential candidates to spend up to ₦10 billion, governorship candidates ₦3 billion, senatorial candidates ₦500 million, House of Representatives candidates ₦250 million and State House of Assembly candidates ₦100 million.