The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC-PCC) has placed national security at the centre of its proposed agenda for the 2027 presidential election, unveiling a four-point manifesto outlining President Bola Tinubu’s priorities for a possible second term in office.
The manifesto, titled From Reforms to Prosperity, was unveiled in Abuja on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, as the ruling party prepares to seek another mandate from Nigerians in the 2027 general election.
The document outlines the party’s proposed development priorities between 2027 and 2031, with particular attention to tackling insecurity, improving living standards, expanding infrastructure and strengthening public accountability.
The four major pillars of the manifesto are a secure and resilient nation; a better quality and more affordable life for every Nigerian; energy, infrastructure and economic growth; and effective and accountable governance.
Speaking at the unveiling, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, described the manifesto as a binding agreement between the government and the electorate.
He maintained that Nigerians should assess the administration based on its promises and the extent to which they have been fulfilled since the APC assumed power in 2023.
Gbajabiamila acknowledged that some of the government’s economic reforms had placed considerable pressure on households but argued that the decisions were necessary to address longstanding structural challenges in the Nigerian economy.
He explained that the manifesto was designed to move the country from the reform stage towards improved economic opportunities and better living conditions.
Security takes priority
Under the first pillar, the APC identified the protection of lives and property as a major priority, promising to strengthen the country’s security architecture through additional recruitment, improved equipment and intelligence-driven operations.
The party proposed recruiting and training 28,000 additional military personnel and deploying 50,000 newly recruited police officers to improve security operations across the country.
It also pledged to complete the establishment and equipping of four additional Army divisions to be headquartered in Makurdi, Benue State; Ilorin, Kwara State; Jalingo, Taraba State; and Benin City, Edo State.
The manifesto further proposed deploying Forest Guards, Agro-Rangers and Mining Marshals to protect agricultural communities, forest reserves, grazing routes and mineral resources against criminal activities.
Other proposed measures include strengthening intelligence gathering, introducing body cameras and digital policing systems, improving emergency response services and expanding forensic capabilities.
The party also expressed its commitment to working towards improved community policing and addressing the activities of terrorists, bandits and kidnapping networks.
Improved living standards and social welfare
The second pillar focuses on improving the quality of life of Nigerians through better access to education, healthcare, affordable housing, employment opportunities and social protection.
The APC said its proposed second-term programme would prioritise measures aimed at reducing the cost of living and ensuring that the benefits of economic reforms translate into tangible improvements for households.
On education, the party promised to work towards halving the number of out-of-school children by 2031 while recruiting an additional 20,000 teachers to strengthen the country’s education system.
In the health sector, the manifesto targets expanding health insurance coverage to 40 per cent of Nigerians and increasing the number of functional primary healthcare centres to at least 90 per cent nationwide.
The party also pledged to reduce the financial burden of medical treatment on households by improving access to affordable healthcare services.
On housing, the APC proposed delivering 200,000 homes through the Tinubu Mass Social Housing Scheme, mortgage financing arrangements and partnerships with private developers.
The housing programme is expected to cover communities across the country’s 774 local government areas.
Infrastructure, electricity and economic growth
The third pillar focuses on expanding critical infrastructure, improving electricity supply, strengthening industries and creating an environment that supports economic growth.
The APC said it would work towards increasing Nigeria’s electricity generation capacity to 10,000 megawatts by 2031 while improving access to reliable power for households, businesses and industries.
The manifesto also includes a commitment to installing seven million additional electricity meters as part of efforts to improve electricity distribution and strengthen the relationship between consumers and distribution companies.
On economic growth, the party outlined a target of achieving an annual growth rate of six per cent by 2031.
It also pledged to support industrial development, promote trade and investment, expand employment opportunities and improve the country’s non-oil economic activities.
According to the party, investments in infrastructure and energy would help create opportunities for businesses, attract private-sector investment and improve productivity across different sectors.
Accountable and transparent governance
The fourth pillar centres on strengthening public institutions, improving service delivery, tackling corruption and ensuring that government officials are held responsible for their duties.
The APC promised to deepen transparency in government operations and improve accountability at federal, state and local government levels.
One of the major proposals is the introduction of public performance-tracking mechanisms that would allow Nigerians to monitor the implementation of government commitments.
Gbajabiamila explained that the manifesto would identify specific targets, responsible officials and timelines for delivering on its promises.
He said progress reports would be made available to the public through dashboards and other accountability mechanisms.
The party also pledged to strengthen the justice system, expand digital services across government institutions and support effective local government administration.
It maintained that citizens should have access to information about government performance rather than relying solely on political promises.
APC defends Tinubu’s economic reforms
At the event, government officials also defended the economic reforms introduced by President Tinubu since assuming office in May 2023.
The administration’s major decisions include the removal of petrol subsidies, foreign exchange market reforms and changes to the country’s tax system.
Gbajabiamila acknowledged that the reforms had created economic difficulties for many households but argued that leaving the country’s longstanding structural problems unresolved would have created further challenges.
Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, also highlighted what he described as progress recorded under the administration, while acknowledging that more work remained to be done.
He pointed to government interventions in education, security and other sectors as examples of efforts aimed at improving the lives of Nigerians.
However, the administration’s economic policies continue to attract public attention, particularly over their impact on household expenses, business operations and purchasing power.
Nigerians expected to assess APC’s promises
With the unveiling of the four-point manifesto, the APC has presented its proposed development agenda for the 2027–2031 period as it seeks another presidential mandate.
The party says its commitments are intended to consolidate ongoing reforms while addressing challenges affecting security, economic opportunities, infrastructure and public service delivery.
Gbajabiamila urged Nigerians to examine the manifesto and hold the government accountable for its promises.
He maintained that any political party seeking to continue in government must be prepared to explain its achievements and demonstrate how its proposed policies would benefit citizens.
The unveiling now places renewed attention on the APC’s proposed second-term agenda, with the implementation of its commitments expected to be a major issue in public discussions ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Ultimately, Nigerians will have the opportunity to assess the party’s proposals, compare them with its previous commitments and determine whether the outlined priorities address their expectations for the country’s future.
Sources: Vanguard News +3