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Nigeria APC Campaign Council Inauguration
APC campaign council inauguration in Ondo sees key ministers absent ahead of 2027 elections.
In brief
APC campaign council inauguration in Ondo sees key ministers absent ahead of 2027 elections. APC's Ondo campaign council inauguration missed key ministers and lawmakers, raising concerns about party unity for 2027 elections. Originally reported by Allafrica.
APC Ondo Campaign Council Inauguration
The inauguration of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council in Akure, Ondo State, was held on Saturday at the International Culture and Events Centre.
Key Ministers Absent
Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Youth Development Ayodele Olawande, and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele were absent from the inauguration.
11 of 12 State Assembly Members Missing
Eleven of Ondo State's twelve National Assembly members and candidates were absent from the inauguration event.
Internal Party Tensions
The absence of key figures has raised concerns about internal party cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Vice President Shettima's Warning
Vice President Kashim Shettima expressed concerns about internal friction within the ruling party, noting it stems less from opposition parties than contradictions within the APC itself.
Political Analyst's Warning
Political analyst Alexander Ojo warned that the absence of influential stakeholders could undermine the APC's electoral prospects in 2027.
Governor Aiyedatiwa's Statement
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who chairs the campaign council, stated that internal divisions could jeopardize the APC's electoral prospects in 2027.
Governor's Call for Unity
Governor Aiyedatiwa urged party members to learn from past divisions that weakened the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and work together for unity.
Minister's Apology
Pelumi Jaiyeoba, an aide to the Minister of Interior, stated that Tunji-Ojo attended a public function and had promised to attend it.
The takeaway
APC's Ondo campaign council inauguration missed key ministers and lawmakers, raising concerns about party unity for 2027 elections.
