The Association of Proprietors of Private Media Establishment of Nigeria (APPMEN) has challenged governments at all levels to justify the massive public funds received over the past three years through visible, people-oriented projects, insisting that accountability and inclusive development must take centre stage ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement issued by its National Secretariat as political parties prepare to begin campaigns on August 7, 2026, in line with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) timetable, APPMEN urged federal, state and local governments to immediately complete abandoned and ongoing projects designed to improve the welfare of Nigerians.
The media proprietors’ association also demanded that political leaders faithfully implement at least 50 per cent of the promises they made during the last election campaigns, arguing that delivering on campaign pledges remains the surest way to regain public trust and earn the confidence of voters.
APPMEN stressed that national interest must take precedence over personal ambition and partisan politics, calling on leaders to work towards restoring Nigeria’s status as the true Giant of Africa through policies that promote unity, development and international respect.
The association identified youth empowerment and the creation of a conducive environment for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as critical drivers of economic growth, urging governments to unlock Nigeria’s vast human and natural resources to create jobs, stimulate businesses and strengthen the economy.
While commending governments for what it described as monumental achievements recorded in the past three years, APPMEN maintained that more must be done to accelerate national development and improve the living standards of Nigerians.
The association also appealed to citizens and all stakeholders to contribute meaningfully to nation-building, insisting that collective responsibility remains essential to achieving a prosperous and united Nigeria.
Ahead of the election campaigns, APPMEN warned political parties and their supporters against hate speech, violence and divisive rhetoric capable of destabilising the country, urging candidates to embrace issue-based campaigns rather than politics of bitterness.
“Elections should not be seen as a do-or-die affair. We need one another before, during and after the polls,” the association stated.
APPMEN reaffirmed its commitment to promoting responsible leadership, accountability and democratic values, declaring that it would remain a strong partner in advancing “The Nigeria We Want.”
