Africazine:
Two candidates from the All Progressives Congress are in a fierce dispute over the outcome of a primary election in Ibadan.
Folake Olunloyo-Osinlowo and Rotimi Ajanaku are both claiming victory in the primary for the Ibadan North West/Ibadan South West Federal Constituency. The election took place on Saturday, with six aspirants vying for the ticket.
Conflict Erupts Over APC Primary Election Results
The primary elections held on Saturday saw six candidates contesting for the APC ticket in the Ibadan North West/Ibadan South West Federal Constituency. The aspirants included Kazeem Abimbola Abogun, Rotimi Ajanaku, Folake Olunloyo, Biodun Ikumogunniyi, Tobi Dollar, Demola Alawuje, and Taoheed Bolaji Adeleke.
Since the election, both Olunloyo-Osinlowo and Ajanaku have been vocal about their claims of victory. Olunloyo-Osinlowo has been actively thanking her supporters and has taken to social media to announce her self-congratulations, citing results she claims to possess.
Navigating the Dispute Within the APC
<pThe ongoing dispute has raised questions about how the APC will address the conflicting claims. A party chieftain confirmed that both candidates are asserting their wins, leading to confusion over the legitimacy of the election results. The chieftain remarked on the unusual situation of two candidates claiming the same ticket.
As the party grapples with this issue, the resolution process remains unclear. The APC must find a way to address the claims and restore order within the party ranks.
Next Steps for the APC
- APC leadership to review election results.
- Potential mediation between Olunloyo-Osinlowo and Ajanaku.
- Announcement of the official winner expected soon.
The APC faces a critical challenge in resolving the primary election dispute between two claiming victors.
