The Agbelebu Solidarity Forum has called on the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to dismiss a petition reportedly submitted by Ganiyu Kola Egunjobi concerning the House of Assembly primary election in Agege Constituency I. The group argues that the complaint is without merit, violates party procedures, and does not reflect the evidence from the primary exercise.
Forum's Stance on the Petition
In a statement issued by its Director General, Jamiu Ademosu, the forum described the petition as an attempt to distort facts and create division within the party. The group maintained that the petition failed to meet the minimum requirements for a formal complaint and was inconsistent with the APC Constitution and nomination guidelines.
“The truth remains unchanged. No amount of misinformation, propaganda or political grandstanding can alter the facts,” the forum stated.
Dispute Over Primary Election Legitimacy
The controversy highlights growing tensions within the APC in Agege following the internal selection process. The forum emphasized that only authorized party organs have the power to declare and affirm primary election results, and no aspirant or supporter can independently claim victory outside recognized procedures.
The group warned that public campaigns and media pressure should not replace internal dispute resolution mechanisms, as the party constitution provides clear channels for aggrieved aspirants to seek redress.
Questions Over Voting Figures
The forum also challenged the figures from the primary election, insisting that video recordings and reports from the exercise contradict some circulated numbers. It claimed that incidents during the collation process at the local government secretariat raised concerns about how disputed results were announced.
Allegations of pressure and intimidation directed at collation officials, if verified, would undermine the credibility of the figures promoted by those contesting the outcome, the forum said.
Call for APC Unity
Beyond the dispute, the forum appealed to party members to avoid actions that could deepen divisions. It urged stakeholders to prioritize the party’s interests over personal ambitions and warned against activities that could encourage anti-party conduct.
The group stated it would present documentary materials, video evidence, and other information to relevant party organs when required. Expressing confidence in the APC leadership, the forum called on the NWC to reject the petition and focus on preserving the unity and integrity of the party.
