Ben Murray-Bruce Denies Withdrawing From APC Senatorial Race Ahead Of Primaries

Ben Murray-Bruce denies withdrawing from APC senatorial race ahead of primaries Former senator and media entrepreneur Ben Murray-Bruce has dismissed reports claiming he withdrew from the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial race, insisting that he remains an active contender ahead of the party’s primaries.

In a statement released on Sunday, Murray-Bruce described the reports circulating on social media and some online platforms as false and misleading. He said he had not stepped down from the contest and remained fully committed to pursuing the APC senatorial ticket. “I am still very much in the race,” Murray-Bruce said, adding that his supporters should disregard rumours suggesting otherwise. He also urged party members and delegates to remain focused ahead of the upcoming primary elections. The clarification followed widespread reports that the APC had disqualified dozens of senatorial aspirants from participating in its primaries, with some online posts alleging that Murray-Bruce had either withdrawn or been removed from the processed. Murray-Bruce, who previously represented Bayelsa East Senatorial District in the National Assembly under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), recently joined the APC as political realignments continue ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. His re-entry into frontline politics has generated attention within Bayelsa State and across the national political landscape. The former lawmaker is widely known for his outspoken political commentary and advocacy on governance and economic reforms during his time in the Senate. He gained popularity nationwide through his “Common Sense” political messages and media appearances. The APC has yet to release a final official list of cleared senatorial aspirants in several states, as internal screening and appeals processes continue ahead of the primaries. Political analysts say the controversy reflects rising tensions within the ruling party as aspirants compete for tickets in what is expected to be an intensely contested election cycle leading into 2027.