Politics
Double Nomination: INEC asked to disqualify Oyo Labour Party Rep candidate, Adedeji
A resident of No. 5, Oluwo Nla street, Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State, Mr Yekeen Lateef Abiola, has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately disqualify Mr Adedeji Adesoji Micheal over alleged double nomination as candidate for two different political parties in the forthcoming 2023 National Assembly election for Ogo Oluwa/Surulere federal constituency without recourse to the Electoral Act which forbids an individual to stand as a candidate for more than one political party.
He alleged that Adedeji Adesoji Michael’s name appeared on the INEC final list of nominees released on the 29th of September, 2022 as a candidate for the Federal House of Representatives in Ogo Oluwa and Surulere federal constituency under the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) and Labour Party (LP) respectively.
However, the acceptance of the nomination of Adedeji under two political parties is generating issues and has become a subject of concern to the petitioner and many people that got wind of the alleged atrocity which prompted him (the petitioner) to notify the INEC and seek Adedeji’s disqualification from the 2023 election into the House of Representatives.
In a petition to the National Chairman of the INEC, the petitioner claimed that Mr Adedeji committed the offence in flagrant disobedience to the provision of the amended Electoral Act, 2022 which forbids a candidate to present him or herself for the same election under two or more different political parties, an offence, the petitioner alleged Mr Adedeji had committed by submitting two nominations: first as the candidate of the PRP and Labour Party for the same elective office.
The petition written by his Lawyer, Abiodun Adegbite Esq. from the chambers of Flash Solicitors to the INEC National Chairman was dated October 6. A copy of the petition seen by this news medium read in part: “Upon the release of the final list of nominees by the commission, our client noticed to his utmost dismay that the name of Mr Adedeji Adesoji Michael had been fielded by two political parties to wits: Redemption Party (PRP) and the Labour Party (LP). Attached hereto are annexures A1 and A2.
Also, a quick perusal of the forms EC-9 (substitute), EC11-D, and its accompanying documents submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) by the said Mr Adedeji Adesoji Micheal reveal that he had willfully allowed himself to be nominated by two parties as earlier stated.
Moreover, keen scrutiny of the earlier mentioned documents also shows that Mr Adedeji Adesoji Micheal appended his signature on the relevant documents and affixed his passport-sized photographs thereto confirming the identity of the same person (Mr Adedeji Adesoji Micheal) fielded on the platform of the two different political parties (People’s Redemption Party (PRP) and the Labour Party (LP) in the same election.
Moreover, the provision of Section 35 of the Electoral Act 2022 is unambiguous about cases of the double nomination of a candidate which is to the effect that such nomination shall be declared null and void. Section 35 of the Electoral Act 2022 is hereby reproduced as follows:-
“where a candidate knowingly allows himself to be nominated by more than one political party or in more than one constituency, his nomination shall be void.”
It is trite to also state at this juncture that the nomination of Mr Adedeji Adesoji Michael is not only criminal but a blatant disregard of the provision of Section 35 of the Electoral Act 2022.” The petition stated.
On the strength of the foregoing, the petitioner seeks the disqualification of Mr Adedeji Adesoji Micheal by demanding the INEC to carry out a swift investigation concerning the incident of his double nomination under two different political parties contrary to the extant provisions of the Electoral Law.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to resign immediately, alleging that his recent remarks on state security exposed incompetence and an inability to lead.
Governor Makinde, speaking during his acceptance speech as the Presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan on Saturday, lamented that he could do little to rescue abducted school children and residents in Oriire Local Government Area due to all security structures being under federal control.
Reacting, APC State Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, described the governor’s comments as “the height of cluelessness, insincerity, and criminal ineptitude,” warning that such disclosures reflect a dangerous trend among parochial leaders.
Sadare said, “Engr. Seyi Makinde could not find any fault in the nation’s Constitution, yet he swore twice to protect lives and properties of Oyo people. He has long enjoyed the powers of his office, controlling resources and people without challenge, but now faces a serious test, exposing incompetence, cluelessness, and ego.”
He added, “Instead of addressing security challenges, Makinde is exploiting the situation to push a mirage he calls a presidential ambition in 2027. His insensitive comments once again reveal hypocrisy. It is time he quit the office of the governor, having admitted he lacks the capacity to secure the state.”
The APC also recalled that previous governors, including Alhaji Lam Adesina, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, and the late Sen. Abiola Ajimobi, operated under the same constitutional provisions without similar security failures. Sadare particularly praised Ajimobi for establishing a Security Trust Fund to ensure funding and stakeholder involvement in security, in contrast to the current administration.
“Makinde’s presidential ambition is dead on arrival. Our concern is the continued loss, deprivation, and mismanagement the people of Oyo may suffer in the remaining year of his tenure. The state deserves a team player, a sincere and humble governor — qualities Makinde has failed to demonstrate in seven years. He should apologise and step down,” Sadare concluded.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) for the 2027 general election following the conclusion of the party’s presidential nomination process.
Makinde emerged through consensus and affirmation by party delegates during the exercise, in what party leaders described as a demonstration of unity and confidence in his leadership ahead of the next general elections.
The governor was presented with his Certificate of Return by the National Chairman of the APM, Alhaji Yusuf Dantali, during a ceremony held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, amid cheers from party faithful, delegates and supporters drawn from different parts of the country.
Speaking during the presentation, Dantali said Makinde possesses the leadership qualities, administrative experience and vision required to steer the country towards sustainable growth and national development.
He urged party members across the federation to close ranks and intensify grassroots mobilisation to ensure victory for the party in the 2027 presidential election.
The APM national chairman maintained that the party remained committed to presenting Nigerians with what he described as a credible alternative capable of addressing the country’s economic, security and governance challenges.
According to him, the emergence of Makinde as the party’s flag bearer marked the beginning of a new political movement aimed at restoring hope and strengthening democratic governance in the country.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Makinde expressed appreciation to the leadership of the party and delegates for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to work with stakeholders across political, ethnic and religious divides to advance the party’s vision for national transformation.
The governor assured party supporters of his commitment to inclusive leadership, promising to prioritise policies that would improve economic prosperity, strengthen institutions and enhance the welfare of Nigerians if elected.
Five key members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have been appointed to the party’s campaign committee for the 2026 governorship re-election of Governor Abiodun Oyebanji in Ekiti State.
The Oyo APC leaders on the list include the party’s governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, former Senate leader Teslim Folarin, Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, Zacch Adedeji, and Remi Oseni.
The list, signed by the party’s National Secretary, Sen. Ajibola Basiru, reflects the APC’s strategy of deploying experienced political figures with strong grassroots networks to ensure a successful re-election campaign in Ekiti.
“These appointments recognise their political experience and commitment to advancing the party’s agenda,” the source within the party said.
The APC committee is expected to coordinate campaign activities, voter engagement, and messaging, positioning the party for a strong showing in the 2026 governorship election.
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