The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a scathing rebuttal to recent remarks made by Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, former Minister of Interior and ex-Governor of Osun State, regarding the African Democratic Congress’s (ADC) prospects in the 2027 general elections.
In a statement released by APC Lagos spokesperson Hon. Seye Oladejo, the party described Aregbesola’s assertion that the ADC would “take over Aso Rock and Lagos Government House” in 2027 as nothing more than an “empty boast” and a desperate attempt to remain politically relevant.
“From Lagos Commissioner to Osun Governor and then Minister, Aregbe ate, dined, and thrived on the APC table. Today, in a desperate bid for relevance, he is busy setting fire to the same house that made him,” Oladejo stated.
The APC emphasized that Aregbesola’s political trajectory—from a key figure in the ruling party to a defector leading a minor opposition platform—represents a self-inflicted decline. The party likened his criticisms to “writing his autobiography with an eraser,” asserting that every attack on APC is a direct assault on the foundation of his own career.
Addressing the ADC’s strategy, the APC warned that positioning Aregbesola as the party’s arrowhead for 2027 is a “recipe for failure.” The statement argued that elections are won through performance and credibility, not soundbites or fairy tales.
“If the ADC thinks Aregbesola is the one to lead them to electoral glory, then they are preparing for a funeral, not a victory,” the statement read.
The APC further pointed to its track record in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and governance reforms as evidence of its enduring appeal to Nigerian voters. In contrast, the party described the ADC as a “political mirage” with no substantive achievements or viable electoral machinery.
In closing, the APC reaffirmed its commitment to delivering results and earning the trust of the electorate, while dismissing Aregbesola’s rhetoric as political theatre.