The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that civil servants are being pressured to take part in its ongoing electronic membership registration, insisting that participation is completely voluntary.
APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, stated on Monday that the allegations are “false and baseless,” describing them as part of a deliberate effort to undermine a successful digital registration campaign.
He emphasized that no government employee has been forced to enroll in the ruling party.
“The phenomenal turnout of Nigerians, including civil servants who voluntarily registered, proves that ADC’s coercion narrative is unfounded,” Morka said.
This statement comes after the disclosure last Friday that the e-registration, which began in January, has already attracted over seven million members nationwide, with the party aiming to reach an additional five million before the exercise concludes.
The registration period, initially scheduled to end on January 31, was extended to February 8, 2026, due to what the party described as overwhelming public interest.
Morka also noted that the ADC had previously circulated a fake “APC membership slip” linking a notorious terrorist to the party, calling the act reckless and dangerous.
“The success of this exercise reflects growing confidence in the APC and the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Morka said, adding that portraying civil servants as victims of intimidation undermines their professionalism and constitutional rights.
The APC reiterated its commitment to internal democracy, digital innovation, and grassroots empowerment, insisting that the voluntary e-registration is a key step in modernizing party membership and enhancing political participation nationwide.
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