Ekiti youths oppose plans to impose senatorial candidate
A group called the Ekiti North Progressive Youth Alliance is calling for fair representation in the Ekiti North Senatorial District. Its coordinator, Tayelolu Ajayi, argued that Ikole Local Government Area deserves the next Senate slot, citing fairness and justice. The group criticized alleged moves to return current lawmakers to office and rejected consensus arrangements that would sideline other aspirants. They urged political stakeholders to prioritize excellence and inclusiveness in the selection process.
Key takeaways
- Tayelolu Ajayi said Ikole Local Government has never produced a senator since Nigeria’s return to democracy.
- The group opposes returning National Assembly tickets to current occupants, citing poor performance.
- They rejected consensus arrangements, calling them undemocratic and unfair to other aspirants.
- All nine National Assembly seats from Ekiti State are currently held by All Progressives Congress members, including Opeyemi Bamidele, Yemi Adaramodu, and Cyril Fasuyi.
- The group emphasized that true representation would bring development and federal investment to the district.
