Kwara senators urge APC to address primary election disputes
Three senators from Kwara State have called for a review of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections and the creation of a reconciliation committee to address growing discontent within the party. Saliu Mustapha, Oyelola Yisa Ashiru, and Sadiq Umar expressed concern over the exclusion of key stakeholders and controversies surrounding the recent primaries. The lawmakers highlighted issues with the screening process, the disqualification of experienced members, and rising insecurity in the state. They emphasized the need for unity and a comprehensive review of party structures to strengthen the APC ahead of future elections.
Key takeaways
- Saliu Mustapha, Oyelola Yisa Ashiru, and Sadiq Umar called for urgent intervention to address grievances following the APC primaries in Kwara State.
- The senators criticized the exclusion of legitimate stakeholders from decision-making and the controversial screening process that saw many incumbents disqualified.
- They urged the state APC leadership and National Working Committee to set up a reconciliation committee with a 30-day mandate to reintegrate aggrieved members.
- Concerns were raised about rising insecurity, rural banditry, and kidnappings affecting agriculture and food inflation in the state.
- The lawmakers stressed the importance of unity, a comprehensive audit of party structures, and support for reconciliation efforts to preserve the APC’s electoral prospects.
