Lawmaker says Yayi’s support in Ogun APC primary was overwhelming
Kayode Oladele, a member of the Federal Character Commission and former House of Representatives member, commented on the outcome of the All Progressives Congress governorship primary in Ogun State. He stated that Senator Solomon Adeola (Yayi) received massive support across the state, highlighting the lack of political structure for Abayomi Hunye, the former Ogun State Waste Management Agency boss. Oladele emphasized the transparency and credibility of the primary, while Hunye disputed claims about his lack of support. The controversy has led to a legal challenge over the primary election results.
Key takeaways
- Kayode Oladele said that Abayomi Hunye was ill-advised to contest the APC governorship primary without a strong political base.
- The primary election showed overwhelming support for Senator Solomon Adeola (Yayi), who emerged as the party’s candidate.
- Oladele pointed out that even in Hunye’s home ward, party members voted massively for Yayi.
- Hunye rejected claims that he lost his ward and said evidence of his support was aired on national television.
- Hunye has filed a suit at the Federal High Court, Abuja, seeking to nullify the primary election, which he described as fraudulent.
