A bizarre spectacle recently played during the initial attempt by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to pick its standard-bearer for the governorship election in Ekiti State, slated for July 14. Sadly, like in the Ekiti primary election, the party’s congresses across the country were marred by violence, arson and killings. The violence is particularly disturbing because of its implications for the country as preparations for the 2019 general election gather momentum. The reign of impunity and brigandage at the APC primary election in Ekiti and the congresses across the federation constitute a threat to peace and stability, and those behind the lawlessness must be made to bear the full weight of the law. The APC congresses fiasco was another confirmation of leadership failure.

Source: Nigerian Tribune May 17, 2018 01:18 UTC