Massive Turnout as Gbenga Hashim Emerges Accord Party Presidential Candidate

Dr. Gbenga Hashim has officially emerged as the presidential candidate for Nigeria's Accord Party (AP) following a successful affirmation primaries exercise held across various states.

The primaries recorded a substantial turnout of party members and supporters, culminating in Dr. Hashim securing an overwhelming 423,902 affirmative votes. This affirmation solidifies his position as the party's standard-bearer for the upcoming presidential election. Although he ran unopposed, the affirmation process was conducted to allow party faithful to formally endorse his candidacy through a democratic vote.

Results compiled from participating states indicate significant support, with Jigawa State leading the count with 198,200 votes, followed by Kano State with 124,101 votes. Nasarawa State contributed 47,309 votes, and Kebbi State returned 46,852 votes. Other states, including Kwara and Lagos, also showed support, with 3,348 and 4,548 affirmative votes respectively.

Party officials described the affirmation primaries as peaceful and transparent, reflecting the confidence members place in Olawepo-Hashim's leadership and vision for Nigeria. Supporters hailed the outcome as a strong indicator of the Accord Party's readiness to mobilize nationwide ahead of the general election, expressing optimism that the party will present a credible alternative to other political forces.

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The exercise, which recorded a massive turnout of party members and supporters, saw Dr. Hashim secure overwhelming affirmative votes, affirming his position as the party’s standard-bearer for the forthcoming presidential election.