The All Progressives Congress (APC) has clarified that members taking part in its ongoing primary elections are not required to present proof of payment of membership dues in order to vote.

The clarification was contained in a statement issued in Abuja on May 16, 2026, by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka.

The statement, titled “No requirement to show proof of APC membership dues payment to vote in ongoing primary elections,” reaffirmed that all duly registered members remain eligible to participate in the exercise.

According to Morka, there is no condition requiring members to present evidence of dues payment before being allowed to vote in the primaries.

“The All Progressives Congress (APC) wishes to clarify that there is no requirement for Party members to show proof of payment of APC membership dues in order to vote in the ongoing Primary Elections. All duly registered members of the Party are entitled to participate in the exercise,” the statement read.

The party explained that any dues-related requirements applied only to aspirants and their nominators during earlier stages of the nomination process, including the submission of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms as well as screening exercises.

It further urged members and stakeholders to disregard any conflicting information and ensure smooth participation in the ongoing primaries.

“The Party urges members and stakeholders to disregard any contrary information, and enable all duly registered party members to participate peacefully in the ongoing primary elections without hindrance,” the statement added.