Ondo APC elders urge governor to avoid imposing candidates
Elders of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State have advised Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa not to impose unpopular candidates ahead of the party’s primaries. The group, known as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Elders Forum, emphasized the importance of wide consultation and inclusiveness in the selection process. They stated that their main goal is to mobilize support for President Bola Tinubu and maintain party unity. The elders also expressed hope for peaceful primaries and readiness to intervene if disputes arise.
Key takeaways
- The APC elders cautioned Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa against backing unpopular aspirants for the upcoming primaries.
- The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Elders Forum stressed the need for inclusiveness and wide consultation to prevent internal crises.
- Ademola Ijabiyi, the group’s convener, said the elders are independent and focused on supporting President Bola Tinubu.
- The group expressed confidence that Ondo State would deliver strong support for Tinubu in the next election.
- Disputes over candidate imposition remain a recurring issue in Nigerian party politics, prompting calls for transparent and inclusive primaries.
