Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Israel Arogbonlo
Published on 2024-04-14 06:18:55
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the clearance of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and 15 other aspirants vying for its ticket to contest the November 20 Ondo State Governorship election. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that a seven-man screening committee, headed by Sen. Joshua Lidani, has given the green light to all the aspirants to compete in the upcoming primary election scheduled for April 20.
In a report submitted to the party’s Directorate of Organisation in Abuja on Saturday, the screening committee disclosed that they assessed various criteria including eligibility, suitability, character, and support base before clearing the aspirants. Among those cleared alongside Governor Aiyedatiwa are prominent figures such as Isaac Kekemeke, former APC National Vice-Chairman (South West), Olusoji Ehinlanwo, a former member of the House of Assembly, Olugbenga Edema, and Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim. Additionally, Mrs. Funmilayo Waheed-Adekojo, Akinfolarin Samuel, former Commissioner for Finance, Adewale Akinterinwa, Chief Olusola Oke, Ohunyeye Felix, Morayo Lebi, Garvey Iyanjan, Prof. Francis Faduyile, Mrs. Judith Omogoroye, Ifeoluwa Oyedele, and Okunjimi John were also among the aspirants cleared by the committee.
The report highlighted that all the aspirants have expressed their commitment to support the chosen candidate of the party for the November 2024 governorship election. It further emphasized the importance of ensuring that the April 20 primary elections are conducted in a transparent, free, fair, and credible manner to maintain the integrity of the party.
The clearance of Governor Aiyedatiwa and the other aspirants sets the stage for a competitive primary election within the APC as they vie for the opportunity to represent the party in the upcoming governorship election in Ondo State. With a diverse pool of candidates with varying backgrounds and experiences, the primary election is expected to be a closely contested event that will ultimately determine the flagbearer of the party.
The APC leadership has been called upon to play a crucial role in overseeing the primary election to guarantee that it is conducted in adherence to democratic principles and in a manner that upholds the values of the party. It is imperative for the party to ensure that the primary election is transparent, fair, credible, and widely accepted by all stakeholders to avoid any disputes or controversies that could undermine the integrity of the process.
As the aspirants gear up for the primary election on April 20, the APC remains focused on unity and inclusivity within its ranks to present a formidable candidate who will resonate with the people of Ondo State and lead the party to victory in the upcoming governorship election. The clearance of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and the other aspirants signals the beginning of an exciting chapter in the APC’s journey towards securing leadership in Ondo State and fulfilling its commitment to serving the people with integrity and dedication.
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