The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Barr. Felix Morka has defended the nomination fees set by the party for presidential and governorship aspirants in the upcoming 2023 general elections.
While appearing on a Channels Television programme on Wednesday night, Morka said that the price tags placed on the forms were “justifiable”.
According to him, people earn legitimately in Nigeria and live wealthy, expensive lifestyles.
He said, “Exorbitant for those who aspire for the highest office in Nigeria! Yes, I guess people may ask that legitimate questions around that. But don’t forget that some of the most special groups of citizens were granted high consideration. Youths between 25 and 40 are granted 50 per cent discount for all positions.
“We live in a country where people live opulent lifestyles and make legitimate money.”
He added that APC is not the party for only the rich but that the party had to set nomination fees that reflected the present economic realities.
“We should make decisions that reflect our situation. The party thinks that the values placed on these forms are justified,” he said.
