Primate Elijah Ayodele has issued a fresh political warning concerning the internal stability of Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), suggesting that growing dissatisfaction within its ranks could soon lead to a wave of defections.
The cleric made the remarks in a video message shared on Sunday, April 19, 2026, via his official Facebook page, where he discussed what he described as emerging tensions within the party and their possible impact on its cohesion in the near future.
In the video, Ayodele claimed that several members of the APC may abandon the party within weeks due to disagreements over leadership decisions and internal governance. He suggested that unresolved grievances and dissatisfaction with the direction of the party could push some politicians to seek alternative platforms.
According to him, political parties naturally experience moments of internal strain, especially when members feel excluded from decision-making processes or disagree with key policy directions. He explained that such tensions, if not properly addressed, can gradually weaken unity and create divisions within party structures.
Ayodele noted that defections are a recurring feature of Nigeria’s political environment, particularly during periods of heightened political activity.
He added that as elections approach or as controversial decisions are made within parties, disagreements often become more pronounced, sometimes resulting in high-profile exits.
The cleric further warned that internal dissatisfaction should not be ignored by party leadership, stressing the importance of effective communication and inclusive governance. He argued that when grievances are left unresolved, they can escalate quickly and threaten the stability of political organisations.
He advised leaders of the APC to remain attentive to internal concerns raised by members at different levels, noting that managing such issues proactively could help prevent avoidable political crises.