Accord party denies Olawepo-Hashim’s presidential candidacy and refunds fees
The national leadership of Accord has publicly disowned Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. Maxwell Mgbuden, the party’s National Chairman, clarified that no official presidential primary was conducted and that the event announcing Olawepo-Hashim was not recognized by the party. The party stated that Olawepo-Hashim’s application and payments were made after the official deadline. Accord emphasized its commitment to due process and transparency in all nomination procedures.
Key takeaways
- Accord leadership stated that no valid presidential primary or candidate selection was conducted for the 2027 election.
- Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim’s emergence as a candidate was described as a gathering of his supporters, not an official party event.
- The party received a total of N50 million from Olawepo-Hashim for nomination forms after the deadline had passed.
- Accord instructed its bankers to refund the payments to Olawepo-Hashim since the nomination exercise had already concluded.
- The party reiterated that it currently has no presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, but has nominated candidates for other positions.
