The party also disclosed that it had commenced moves to reconcile aggrieved aspirants and stakeholders following the conclusion of the fourth phase of its scheduled primaries, including the governorship primary held on Thursday.

The governorship primary, which featured 11 aspirants cleared by the party’s national leadership, marked another milestone in the Oyo APC’s preparations for the 2027 elections as it intensifies efforts to reclaim power in the state.

In a statement issued in Ibadan by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, the APC said the conduct displayed by members throughout the exercise would remain memorable, adding that no amount of commendation would be enough to appreciate their sense of responsibility and commitment.

The statement partly read, “Against all odds, members of Oyo APC demonstrated a high sense of maturity and commitment in choosing party candidates for various elective offices, including the House of Assembly, House of Representatives, Senate and governorship positions.

“Not a few political watchers doubted the ability of any political party to conduct successful and hitch-free direct primaries for known reasons, but our great party has proved them wrong.”

The party acknowledged that some complaints and grievances had emerged from aspirants and stakeholders after the primaries but assured members that no individual would be sidelined in the affairs of the party.

“We are aware of complaints and grievances from some aspirants and stakeholders, but no individual leader or member will be taken for granted because we recognise the fact that most complainants are progressive-minded persons with passion for democracy and good governance,” the statement added.

The APC further described its direct primary process as evidence of its commitment to grassroots participation and democratic values, insisting that the exercise distinguished it from other political parties.

“Going by the current situation in the political space across the country, we in the APC have further shown that we are the only democrats around. With the success recorded so far in the conduct of our direct primaries, there is no doubt that our great party is committed to deepening democracy by involving people at the grassroots in the selection of candidates,” it stated.

The party, however, admitted that the process was not entirely flawless but maintained that stakeholders, especially members at the grassroots, deserved recognition for their dedication, loyalty and team spirit.

It noted that as a democratic institution, only one aspirant could emerge victorious in any contest, expressing optimism that members would close ranks and work together for the success of the party in the forthcoming elections.

The statement added that a post-primary reconciliation mechanism had already been activated to ensure unity within the fold.

“The leadership of the party in the state is already working on a post-primary reconciliation drive and very soon, everyone will be on board to participate actively in our electioneering drive,” Sadare said.

The party added that it remained focused on mobilising support for the re-election of Bola Ahmed Tinubu and reclaiming the Oyo State governorship seat in 2027.

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