The All Progressives Congress
(APC) in Kwara State has inaugurated a 42-member committee tasked with
overseeing the electoral process across the state's 16 councils.
The committee, inaugurated at
the APC party secretariat in Ilorin, will be divided into various sub-committees
to handle crucial aspects such as organizing primary elections, addressing
claims and objections, and conducting enlightenment campaigns for party
members.
The Committee which will be headed
by Alh. Abdullahi Samari will break into various sub committees to organize the
primary elections, hear claims and objections on the election and conduct
enlightment on the election for members of the party.
This initiative comes as the
Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWASIEC) has set the election
date for September 21, 2024, and has already released the election timetable.
During the inauguration
ceremony, APC Chairman Prince Sunday Fagbemi underscored the party’s commitment
to upholding democratic values and achieving electoral success.
He emphasized that the
committee's formation demonstrates the party's strategic planning not only to
secure victories but also to strengthen democratic principles and benefits
across Kwara State.
Fagbemi highlighted the
adoption of a democratic consensus approach in candidate selection, emphasizing
respect for local zoning arrangements and historical considerations.
He assured party members that
the process would be inclusive and transparent, acknowledging the challenges of
balancing diverse interests within the party.
“We are committed to ensuring
a fair and equitable process that respects the rights of all aspirants and
members,” Fagbemi affirmed, urging aspirants to prioritize the party’s
collective success over personal ambitions.
He stressed the importance of
conducting the elections peacefully and avoiding actions that could undermine
party unity.
Deputy Governor Kayode Alabi,
addressing the gathering, congratulated the committee members and urged them to
discharge their duties with diligence and fairness.
He expressed confidence in
the party’s ability to triumph at the polls, citing the APC’s track record and
grassroots support across the state.
The inauguration event was attended by notable figures including Senator Sadiq Umar Suleiman, House of Representatives member Hon. Yinka Aluko, Deputy Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly Hon. Ojo Olayiwola Oyebode, and other prominent state legislators and party leaders.
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