APC Announces New Criteria For Presidential Aspirants in 2028 Election

The All People’s Congress (APC) has unveiled a comprehensive new set of guidelines for vetting presidential aspirants ahead of the 2028 general elections.
The move, announced in an internal party document, aims to ensure that the party nominates the “most competent, credible, and loyal aspirants” to compete for the nation’s highest office.
The new guidance outlines a multi-phased vetting process, nomination criteria, and a structured institutional framework designed to rigorously evaluate potential candidates. According to the preamble of the document, the process is in “furtherance of the All People’s Congress (APC) Party’s commitment to democratic principles, party discipline, and strong national leadership.”
Central to the new process is the establishment of a Vetting Committee, a representative body to be chaired by the National Chairman or Deputy Chairman of the APC. The committee’s composition is broad, including representatives from the National Advisory Committee (NAC), Women’s and Young Congresses, the Council of Elders, and even a representative from the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Wing. The National Secretary General will serve as the committee’s secretary.