Ahead of the upcoming 2027 general elections, the African Action Congress (AAC) has formally requested President Bola Tinubu to grant permission for the use of the Presidential Villa in Aso Rock, Abuja, to host its Presidential Campaign Council inauguration.
The party also requested food, drinks and logistical support for 5,000 participants expected to attend the event on November 11, 2026.
In a letter dated October 21, 2026, and signed by its National Secretary, Oshiokhue Philip Ikpeminoghena, the AAC said the inauguration would be held in preparation for the 2027 general elections.
The party said its request was based on the principles of multiparty democracy, political inclusiveness and equal treatment of political parties.
It also cited arrangements reportedly extended to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for a similar political engagement.
“In the spirit of multiparty democracy, political inclusiveness, and equal treatment of political parties, we also request the provision of food, drinks, and other logistical support for 5,000 participants from home and abroad at the event, consistent with the arrangements reportedly extended to the All Progressives Congress (APC) for a similar political engagement,” the letter read.
The AAC said granting its request would demonstrate the Presidency’s commitment to fairness and equal access for political parties.
“We believe that granting this request would demonstrate the Presidency’s commitment to fairness, equal access, and the principle that public institutions must serve all Nigerians without partisan discrimination,” the party stated.
The party also asked the President to communicate the procedures and conditions applicable to the approval.
“We look forward to your favourable consideration of this request and would appreciate information on the applicable procedures and conditions for its approval,” the letter added.
The request comes as political parties prepare for the 2027 general elections, with the AAC seeking access to the seat of government for its campaign council inauguration and logistical assistance for participants travelling from within and outside Nigeria.
What You Should Know
The African Action Congress (AAC) has made an unusual request to President Bola Tinubu, asking to use the Presidential Villa for its upcoming campaign council inauguration in November 2026. The party is also requesting food, drinks, and logistical support for 5,000 attendees, arguing that political parties should receive equal treatment and access to public facilities similar to the ruling APC.
- Positive Impact: Highlights the push for political inclusiveness and equal application of state resources among all registered political parties regardless of their status.
- Potential Concerns: Raises questions regarding the appropriateness and financial implications of utilizing state-owned official residences and public funds for partisan political campaign events.
