The All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejected allegations by the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) that the ruling party is using its influence to prevent the opposition from accessing campaign venues and billboard spaces ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The APC described the allegation as unfounded, insisting that opposition parties remain free to organise political activities and campaign across the country.

The dispute comes amid growing competition among political parties over access to public spaces, billboards and other advertising platforms as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify.

Opposition parties in some states have recently alleged that campaign materials are being removed or that access to strategic advertising locations is being restricted.

Vanguard previously reported that political parties in several parts of the country had raised concerns over billboard disputes, advertising charges and alleged partisan use of regulatory powers as electioneering activities gradually increase.

The NDC’s allegation against the APC was, however, dismissed by the ruling party, which maintained that it had no involvement in preventing opposition parties from using legitimate campaign venues or advertising spaces.

The APC said political parties should comply with existing regulations governing the use of public spaces and campaign advertising rather than attribute disagreements over permits or locations to political interference.

The development comes as parties intensify their mobilisation ahead of the January 2027 elections, with rallies, consultations, campaign structures, billboards and other forms of political engagement becoming increasingly visible.

Across several states, competition over campaign visibility has already generated allegations of vandalism, removal of campaign materials and unequal access to advertising spaces.

The APC’s rejection of the NDC’s allegation adds to the growing political exchanges between the ruling party and opposition groups ahead of the elections.

With the campaign season gathering momentum, political parties are expected to continue seeking greater visibility while regulatory authorities face pressure to ensure that campaign rules are applied fairly to all contestants.