Political activities within the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have intensified as party members await the release of the final list of candidates for the National Assembly elections.
The delay in the publication of the candidates’ names has generated anxiety among aspirants, party leaders and supporters across the state, with various reports and speculations circulating over possible changes to the list.
The controversy gained momentum following the circulation of an alleged leaked document suggesting that some candidates earlier believed to have secured the party’s tickets might be replaced by serving federal lawmakers. The document has continued to fuel debate within the party, although its authenticity has not been officially confirmed.
Sources familiar with the developments said Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has maintained silence despite mounting pressure from supporters to react publicly. According to the sources, the governor is engaging relevant party stakeholders through internal consultations rather than responding to speculation.
A party official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the National Working Committee (NWC) was aware of concerns raised by stakeholders in Ondo State and noted that the process had not been concluded. The source added that the party was reviewing issues relating to zoning, local government representation and other factors before a final decision is reached.
The official also referenced concerns over the emergence of some candidates from the same local government area, as well as complaints regarding the treatment of other aspirants, saying such issues were receiving attention.
Despite the ongoing consultations, uncertainty remains within the party as members await the official submission and publication of candidates’ names by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Many stakeholders believe the process cannot be considered complete until the electoral body receives the final list.
Supporters of some serving National Assembly members, however, insist that the current lawmakers remain well positioned to retain the party’s tickets. They argue that the party leadership at the national level will ultimately determine the outcome.
As political consultations continue, party members across the state are awaiting official confirmation of the APC candidates for the forthcoming National Assembly elections.If you want, I can also rewrite it in a more concise, hard-news style similar to the general reporting approach used by leading Nigerian newspapers without imitating any specific publication.
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