The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally unveiled a nationwide electronic membership registration (e‑registration) exercise aimed at digitalising its membership database, enhancing internal transparency, and strengthening party structures ahead of its scheduled congresses and the 2027 general elections.

APC National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Felix Morka, announced the rollout in a statement obtained from the party’s official social media handle on Friday, saying the exercise was being conducted simultaneously across all wards in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

“Existing members are expected to validate their membership, while new and intending members are encouraged to register and join the party,” Morka said, adding that participants must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN) to complete the process.

Objectives and Rationale

According to the party’s statement, the e‑registration exercise is designed to:

• Digitise the party’s membership register, eliminating duplication and outdated entries;

• Ensure the integrity and verifiability of membership records;

• Provide efficient access to membership data for planning and administrative decisions; and

• Promote internal democracy and organisational innovation within the APC.

Broader Mobilisation and State‑Level Rollouts

The digital membership drive has been taken up at the grassroots with different state chapters intensifying mobilisation. In Lagos State, party officials described the e‑registration as mandatory, emphasising its role in reinforcing structural reforms and accountability within the party.

In Rivers State, the APC launched its own e‑registration, targeting over five million members — a key message delivered during the flag‑off and training of local council supervisors and ward agents in Port Harcourt earlier this week.

Meanwhile, a former federal lawmaker, Ibrahim Babajide Obanikoro, has intensified online mobilisation campaigns urging Lagos residents and beyond to register and participate actively in the digital membership process.

Progress So Far

Officials reported that more than two million members have already been digitally registered and verified across the country since the commencement of the e‑registration exercise, signalling a strong early uptake.

National party leaders emphasise that having a credible and up‑to‑date digital roll will not only ensure accurate representation of the party’s grassroots strength but also aid in logistical planning for upcoming ward, local government, state, zonal, and national congresses. According to party planning documents, nationwide congresses are scheduled to begin later in the first quarter of 2026.

Political Implications and Future
Outlook

Political analysts say the e‑registration initiative is a strategic move by the APC to mitigate historical challenges associated with manual membership drives, including duplication and unverifiable entries. By establishing a robust digital membership infrastructure, the party hopes to lay a strong foundation for internal cohesion and competitive positioning ahead of the 2027 general election cycle.

Party insiders also note that the exercise aligns with broader efforts to modernise political party operations in Nigeria, with potential spill‑over effects on candidate selection, grassroots engagement, and electoral preparedness.

As the exercise continues, APC leaders have urged all eligible Nigerians loyal to the party’s progressive ideals to participate and register, underscoring the drive as not just administrative, but crucial to the party’s future viability.