APC Faces Fresh Calls to Review Oyo North Senatorial Primary Ahead of 2027 Elections
APC Faces Fresh Calls to Review Oyo North Senatorial Primary Ahead of 2027 Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has been urged to urgently review the conduct and outcome of its Oyo North Senatorial District primary election to prevent internal divisions that could undermine the party’s chances in the 2027 general elections.
The call was made during a press conference in Abuja by APC stalwart Peters, who warned that failure to address concerns surrounding the primary election could hand opposition parties a major political advantage in the forthcoming polls.
According to him, Oyo North remains a strategic senatorial district whose voting strength could significantly influence the outcome of the senatorial, governorship and presidential elections in Oyo State. He stressed that the APC cannot afford to enter the elections divided, especially as it seeks to reclaim the state from the opposition.
Peters alleged that the declaration of former Oyo State Secretary to the Government, Hannah Ogunesan, as the APC senatorial candidate did not reflect the actual outcome of the primary election. He claimed that another aspirant, Dr. Gbenga Adebola, won in nine of the 13 local government areas in the district but was not declared the winner despite the conclusion of the voting process.
He also raised concerns over allegations relating to Ogunesan’s previous public service, as well as political, cultural and religious issues that, according to him, could become major campaign issues for opposition parties if not properly addressed. He maintained that presenting a candidate facing such controversies could weaken the APC’s electoral chances and affect its anti-corruption credentials.
Also speaking at the briefing, Deputy Coordinator of the New Age Transformative Leadership for Good Governance, Dr. Sani Abubakar, called on political parties to uphold transparency and fairness during primary elections. He warned that any form of manipulation of internal party elections could discourage party members, erode public confidence and weaken Nigeria’s democratic process.
Abubakar further urged political parties to respect the wishes of their members rather than allowing political godfathers or vested interests to determine candidates, insisting that credible primaries remain essential to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy.
