The Accord Party has appealed to members dissatisfied with the outcome of its recent primary elections to seek redress through the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanisms rather than resorting to public protests or actions that could undermine party unity ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The party made the appeal in the wake of complaints from some aspirants and members following the conclusion of its primaries, stressing that internal democratic processes provide the appropriate avenue for addressing grievances.
According to the party, disagreements are a normal feature of competitive political contests, but they should be resolved through established channels provided by the party’s constitution and relevant committees.
The leadership urged aggrieved members to remain calm and avoid actions capable of creating divisions within the party, assuring them that legitimate complaints would receive fair consideration through the prescribed internal mechanisms.
The appeal comes as several political parties across Nigeria continue to grapple with post-primary disputes, with aggrieved aspirants in some parties challenging the conduct and outcomes of their nomination processes. Political analysts have noted that effective internal conflict resolution is essential to maintaining party cohesion and preventing defections ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Accord Party reaffirmed its commitment to internal democracy, urging members to respect the party’s constitution and established procedures while working collectively to strengthen the party ahead of the forthcoming elections.
The party added that preserving unity after the primaries remains critical to its preparations for the 2027 polls, expressing confidence that any disagreements arising from the nomination process can be resolved through dialogue and the party’s internal reconciliation framework.
