The APC LIKE-MINDS
has reiterated its rejection of what it describes as the alleged imposition of a candidate in the APC primary election for the Essa/Sawo/Igboidun State Constituency, calling on the leadership of the party to provide answers to questions surrounding the screening process.
According to the group, documents and information available to it indicate that aspirants who purchased nomination forms were cleared by the party’s national headquarters in Abuja.
However, the group questioned why, in its view, only Hon. Taiye Omotosho was declared cleared at the state level before the primary election, while other aspirants reportedly received their clearance on the morning of the exercise.
The group stated that this sequence of events has raised concerns among party members and supporters, urging the APC leadership to provide a clear explanation in the interest of transparency, fairness, and internal democracy.
“We deserve answers. Party members deserve to know why there appeared to be different timelines in the clearance process for aspirants.
Transparency is essential to maintaining confidence in the party’s internal democratic processes,” the statement read.
APC LIKE-MINDS maintained that the future of the APC in Offa Local Government depends on the confidence of party faithful in the integrity of its processes. The group warned that if concerns raised by members are not adequately addressed, the controversy surrounding the Essa/Sawo/Igboidun primary could have political consequences for the party in the area.
The group therefore appealed to the national and state leadership of the APC to thoroughly review the issues raised, provide a transparent account of the screening process, and take steps that will strengthen unity and public confidence within the party.
APC LIKE-MINDS reaffirmed that its position is motivated by its commitment to justice, fairness, internal democracy, and the long-term success of the All Progressives Congress.
