APGA unveils option A4 voting system to curb rigging and vote-buying for its primary Elections
The All Progressives Grand Alliance has announced the adoption of the Option A4 voting system for its primaries ahead of the 2027 elections, signalling a major push for internal reforms aimed at curbing “mercenary politics” and entrenching transparency.
Speaking at the South-East Zonal Stakeholders’ Meeting held at the International Convention Centre, Awka on Saturday, Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, said the system would eliminate rigging, reduce vote-buying, and promote openness in the party’s electoral process.
He explained that under the Option A4 system, aspirants would clearly see their level of support through physical alignment, discouraging deceptive practices associated with secret ballots.
“It is not the one where you pay people and they claim to support you, only to vote otherwise. We want to curb that,” he added.
The National Chairman of APGA, Sly Ezeokenwa, reinforced the reform agenda, unveiling a comprehensive code of conduct aligned with the governor’s directives.
Ezeokenwa said the party’s modernisation drive, in line with Nigeria’s Electoral Act, would include digital registration, direct primaries, adoption of Option A4, and the abolition of bundled nomination forms.
“The party has officially adopted Option A4 to ensure maximum visibility and fairness. Aspirants must now first obtain an Expression of Interest form and pass screening before purchasing the nomination form,” he said.
He added that party officials intending to support any aspirant must resign their positions to maintain neutrality.
In his remarks, the State Chairman, Ifeatu Obiokoye, described the meeting as unprecedented and commended stakeholders for their unity
