APC members protest alleged imposition of candidates in Oyo
Some aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State have staged a protest over the alleged imposition of candidates. The demonstration took place at the party secretariat in Ibadan South East Local Government Area. Protesters cautioned the party leadership against monetary influence and called for fair primaries. Olawale Sadare, the party’s Publicity Secretary, confirmed the incident and described it as a sponsored attack.
What we know
- Protesters gathered at the APC secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan South East Local Government Area.
- The group accused party leaders of imposing candidates and influencing selections with money.
- They referenced past issues, including the 2023 general elections, as reasons for their concerns.
- Olawale Sadare said the protest was a sponsored attempt to disrupt party peace and described violent actions, including damage to cars and the secretariat.
- No lives were lost, and the incident has been reported to security agents for investigation.
