Ondo APC aspirants reject consensus candidate plan
Aspirants for the Ondo East/Ondo West Federal Constituency seat under the All Progressives Congress have raised concerns over an alleged plan by the party’s state leadership to impose a consensus candidate. Jibayo Adeyeye, Ade Adeniyi, Bola Fisayo, and Michael Ajilo stated they are not part of any consensus arrangement and have all obtained nomination forms for the primaries. The party leadership, represented by Steve Otaloro, dismissed the allegations as unfounded and premature. Tensions have reportedly led to protests in Odigbo Local Government Area.
Key takeaways
- Jibayo Adeyeye, Ade Adeniyi, Bola Fisayo, and Michael Ajilo accused the Ondo APC leadership of trying to impose a consensus candidate.
- The aspirants confirmed they have secured nomination forms and are ready for a direct primary.
- They called for a transparent process and reassured constituents of their commitment to credible representation.
- Steve Otaloro denied the allegations, stating that the primary election process is still ongoing and no consensus has been reached.
- Protests have reportedly erupted in Odigbo Local Government Area over the alleged imposition plans.
