By Umaru Jah, Berlin, Germany
The unveiling of the All People’s Congress (APC) timetable for the upcoming lower-level elections—covering ward, constituency, district, and regional levels—along with the National Delegate Conference, has fundamentally changed the party’s internal operations. With dates and procedures now clear, focus has shifted from speculation to the concrete steps needed to move the process forward.
This stage will determine who will represent the party at higher conventions and who will participate in the National Delegate Conference, where the flagbearer will be chosen. Party members and officials are now getting to grips with election guidelines, timelines, and logistical arrangements at every level.
In the midst of this, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has become a key player in internal discussions. Speaking publicly in Germany, London, and Sierra Leone, he has continued to stress the importance of strong party structures, unity, and the need for smooth, organized party affairs. These themes have resonated across different levels of engagement within the party.
His involvement is particularly evident among grassroots members and diaspora supporters, where internal organization remains closely linked to developments back home. Dr. Bangura has been reaching out to party members and potential delegates, emphasizing the need for unity and coordination as the lower-level elections get underway.
As the pool of delegates takes shape, internal dynamics are coming into sharper focus. Dr. Bangura’s ongoing outreach has kept him in touch with party members whose roles could sway delegate outcomes during this phase. Many within the party see early and steady engagement as crucial, especially as the race for the flagbearer heats up.
Now that the timetable has been made public, the party leadership and members are rolling up their sleeves to gear up for the elections. Discussions are ongoing about rules, procedures, and deadlines, with officials stressing that transparency and fairness will boost confidence in the delegates moving on to the National Conference.
The party leadership remains committed to establishing solid structures and clear guidelines to run elections smoothly at all levels. Effective coordination between leaders and members is viewed as vital to preventing disputes that could derail the process.
Party insiders point out that how APC handles its internal contests will shape public perception and bolster confidence both within and outside the party. The choices made during delegate selection are expected to influence how the party is seen as it heads into the National Conference.
As preparations move forward, the focus is on whether the APC can run its internal elections in a way that fosters unity and trust. Leadership’s direction and active member participation are key. The calendar has set the pace, and the way the party manages this phase will determine its internal political trajectory.
