September 26, 2025
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released the report of its governorship aspirant screening exercise for the 2026 election in Ekiti State, with Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji securing full clearance to contest the party’s primary.
According to the screening committee’s report, presented after its sitting at Amor Hotel, Katampe, Abuja, on September 23 and 24, Oyebanji was declared cleared, having “satisfied all constitutional and party requirements.”
Businessman, and perennial contestant, Engr. Kayode Ojo, was granted provisional clearance, with the committee referring his case to the National Working Committee (NWC) for further consideration. The report cited several petitions against Ojo, particularly his failure to meet the mandatory threshold of five valid nominators per local government, a deficiency the committee said could lead to litigation.
Mrs. Abimbola Olajumoke Olawumi was, however, disqualified on the grounds of failing to provide evidence of being a financially up-to-date member of the party, in line with Article 9(1) of the APC Constitution and Section 177(c) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
In a related development, Mrs. Atinuke Oluremi Omolayo was also cleared, having met all stipulated requirements.
Nigerian Gazette believes the outcome of the screening exercise is a major boost for Governor Oyebanji, who is seeking a second term in office. The provisional status granted to Ojo, could affect his ability to mount a strong challenge, while Olawumi’s disqualification further narrows the field of contenders.
The APC has said the process was rigorous and transparent, involving the examination of documents, verification of party membership status, vetting reports, and consideration of petitions filed against aspirants.
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