Oyo APC members protest over N’Assembly list

Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State staged a protest at the state party secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan, calling for the affirmation of Abiodun Gbolagade as the winner of the primary election for the Oluyole Federal Constituency.

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The primary election for Oluyole Federal Constituency was conducted successfully, and I was declared winner with over 2,000 votes, while the incumbent, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, polled 36 votes.

Protesters and stakeholders from the federal constituency urged the state party leadership to uphold the primary election results. Gbolagade, who has reportedly financed party activities in the local government for seven years, asserted that he was declared the winner with over 2,000 votes, significantly more than the incumbent, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, who he claims received only 36 votes.

Gbolagade appealed to the party leadership to adhere strictly to the announced results, stating that this would foster unity and improve the APC's prospects in the 2027 general elections. Another protester, Mr Awo Adeleke, a retired civil servant, echoed this sentiment, insisting that Gbolagade rightfully won the primary and should be issued the party's ticket for the House of Representatives election.

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I want to urge the party leadership to strictly adhere to the results as announced, as this would strengthen unity and improve the APC’s chances in the 2027 general elections in the state.

Some party members expressed dissatisfaction with the incumbent, alleging neglect over the past eight years and stating their support for Gbolagade as a candidate who can ensure victory for the party. They implored the Oyo APC leadership to follow the outcome of the primary election.

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Gbolagade won the primary election and should be issued the party’s ticket for the House of Representatives election.

Responding to the protesters, the Oyo APC Chairman, Moses Adeyemo, appealed for calm. He acknowledged Gbolagade as a committed party member who has contributed significantly to the APC over the years. Adeyemo assured the protesters that the party leadership would review their demands and take appropriate steps to maintain peace and fairness within the party. The PUNCH reported that the APC had previously reiterated that its list of candidates for the National Assembly seats in the 2027 general elections remained unchanged, as the list was processed by the National Working Committee based on primary results.

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For the past eight years, Sadipe has neglected us, party members. That is why we have pitched our tents with Gbolagade, who we believe can ensure victory for the party.