Some female supporters of Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have expressed anger and disappointment over what they described as poor treatment during a recent primary election exercise, alleging that they were paid only N1,000 for their participation.
The women, who spoke in Hausa in a viral video circulating online, lamented the worsening economic hardship in the country and warned party leaders that such actions could damage the party’s chances in future general elections if urgent steps are not taken.
In the video, the women were seen collectively voicing their frustration, repeatedly insisting that “N1,000 election is not an election.”
One of the visibly angry women declared:
“We will not accept N1,000 election.”
She criticised party leaders for what she described as insensitivity to the suffering of ordinary women and youths struggling with rising transportation costs and economic hardship.
“Honestly, truth be told, even if they call us right now to come out from our houses and give us N1,000, it is not an election,” she said.
“Women are suffering a lot, yet some people are saying they will conduct N1,000 election. Where corrections need to be made, they should be made.
“Whoever wants to come can come. These young women cannot accept just N1,000. Some of them even came here on motorcycles. The transport fare alone is close to N1,000, so N1,000 election cannot work.”
The woman further alleged that the amount initially promised to some participants was later reduced.
“Surprisingly, they have now returned to giving only N600 each,” she added.
The protesting women also urged APC leaders to reflect on the implications of neglecting grassroots supporters, warning that dissatisfaction among party loyalists could affect the party politically in future elections.
“People should think carefully, especially the leaders. Is this being done for progress or for backwardness?” the woman asked in the video.
