The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the formation of a reconciliation committee to address internal tensions ahead of the 2027 general elections. The committee, composed of party elders, chieftains, and prominent leaders, aims to resolve grievances arising from recent primary elections in the state. The decision was disclosed in a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Wasiu Sadare, on Sunday in Ibadan, the state capital. The move comes as some party stakeholders express dissatisfaction with the outcomes of the primaries, which determined APC candidates for the upcoming national elections.
The reconciliation committee is expected to be inaugurated next week by the state party chairman, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo. Its primary mandate is to engage with aspirants and other stakeholders who feel aggrieved by the results of the primaries. Sadare emphasized that the committee will reach out to all individuals who applied for party nomination forms but did not secure the party’s tickets. He stressed that the goal is to foster peace and unity within the party to ensure a strong electoral performance in 2027.
Among the committee members are Senators Olufemi Lanlehin, Brimo Yusuf, and Hosea Agboola; Chief Akin Oke; Professor Afolabi Oladapo, former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation; Engineer Idris Adeoye; Pa Timothy Jolaoso; Chief Olukemi Alao-Akala; Dr. Adebayo Adewusi; Hon. Gunju Ojo; and Dr. Adekemi Opatunde. The list also includes Aare Abisoye Fagade, Alhaji Kamorudeen Ajisafe, Abu Gbadamosi, Isiaka Alimi, Prince Niran Adeyoju, Alhaji Yinka Folarin, Chief Emmanuel Olaoye, Alhaji Mufutau Adisa, Alhaji Sule Ajibade, Prof. Abideen Olaiya, Engr. Dayo Lawal, Hon. Ibrahim Bolomope, Mrs. Mabel Williams, Hon. Jelili Agboola, Hon. Kehinde Oloya, Chief Goke Oyetunji, Hon. Ramota Okemakinde, Hon. Raji Rasaki, Dr. Segun Ajanaku, Hon. Shakiru Fagunwa, Barrister Abduwaheed Lawal, Hon. Esther Adedokun, and Hon. Obatunde Oladapo.
Sadare noted that the committee’s task is to mediate and find solutions to the concerns raised by party members. He expressed confidence that the committee’s efforts will lead to the desired harmony and cohesion within the APC. The statement underscored the party’s commitment to inclusivity and internal democracy as it prepares for the next electoral cycle. The reconciliation process is seen as a critical step to consolidate support and strengthen the party’s chances of winning key seats in the 2027 elections.
As the APC works to unify its ranks, the committee’s success will be closely watched by political observers and party members alike. The outcome of these reconciliation efforts may influence voter perception and party performance in the upcoming elections.
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