The Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun on Saturday led other leaders and members of All Progressives Congress (APC) to rally behind President Bola Tinubu at the presidential primary election held across the state.
Penpushing reports that the primary recorded massive participation, peaceful conduct, and overwhelming support for Tinubu, as party leaders and members reaffirmed their commitment to the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The party faithful turned out in large numbers across various wards in the state to participate in the affirmation exercise, which was conducted peacefully and without disruption.
Penpushing further reports that Abiodun speaking after the exercise described the successful conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries in the state as a reflection of the peace, unity, and political maturity within the party.
The governor emphasized that Ogun State has consistently maintained a peaceful political atmosphere over the last seven years, enabling citizens and party members to freely participate in democratic processes without violence or intimidation.
Penpushing also reports that Abiodun pointed out that the peace in the state has defined residents as a state that knows how to organise, plan, engage, discuss, and manage party affairs without rancour,” Abiodun said.
The Governor noted that the presidential primary marked the conclusion of a week-long series of All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries in the state, including those for the House of Representatives, Senate, House of Assembly, and governorship positions.
Penpushing reports that he commended Tinubu for providing purposeful leadership at the national level and praised the National Chairman of the party, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, for putting structures in place that ensured the smooth conduct of the exercises nationwide.
The governor in same vein, appreciated party leaders, members of the State Working Committee, and elder statesman, Chief Olusegun Osoba, for their support and guidance throughout the process.
Penpushing further reports that Abiodun added that extensive consultations and engagements across the three senatorial districts helped strengthen party cohesion, deepen participation, and give members a stronger sense of belonging.
The governor expressing confidence ahead of the 2027 elections, boasted that All Progressives Congress (APC) would emerge victorious, noting that Tinubu’s reforms and policies had laid the foundation for a new Nigeria.
Penpushing also reports that, similarly, Senator Shuaib Salisu, representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, described the party primaries in the state as a strong demonstration of the party’s growing popularity, internal democracy, and public confidence in its leadership.
The Senator speaking at Ward 10, Opeji, in Odeda Local Government Area, where over 2,000 members participated in the presidential affirmation exercise, said the turnout witnessed across the state was unprecedented and comparable to a general election.
“It is like we are already having a general election. We are seeing members of the party community in their thousands in various wards,” he said.
Penpushing reports that Salisu, who recently emerged victorious in the Ogun Central Senatorial primary, disclosed that he secured 85,804 votes during the exercise, describing the outcome as a clear endorsement of his stewardship and representation over the past three years.
The federal lawmaker identified the peaceful conduct of the primaries across the state as a major achievement, stressing that despite intense political activities and consultations, no violence was recorded across the 236 wards involved in the exercise.
Penpushing further reports that Salisu attributed the enthusiasm among party members to the achievements of Tinubu’s administration and the developmental strides of Governor Abiodun, particularly in infrastructure and grassroots development.
“For the avoidance of doubt, this sitting Senator, by the grace of God, is also the incoming Senator,” he declared while reaffirming his candidacy for Ogun Central Senatorial District’, he stressed.
Penpushing also reports that the presidential primary and affirmation exercise ended peacefully, culminating in the unanimous ratification of Tinubu as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.
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