Edo APC members protest alleged candidate imposition
Members of the All Progressives Congress in Ohuan Ward 9, Orhionmwon Local Government Area, Edo State, have protested at the party’s state secretariat in Benin. The group, led by Sunday Erhabor, claims there was an attempt to replace his name as the consensus councillorship candidate. Erhabor emphasized that he was endorsed by ward leaders and all aspirants. Party officials have promised to investigate and address the members’ concerns.
Key takeaways
- Protesters allege the imposition of a councillorship candidate in Ohuan Ward 9.
- Sunday Erhabor says he was endorsed as the consensus candidate by ward executives and leaders.
- The endorsement decision was reached on March 22 with all aspirants present.
- Protesters demand the party leadership respect internal democracy and ward-level decisions.
- State Assistant Secretary Sam Oboh assured that the complaint will be investigated and due process followed.
