Protesters Storm APC Secretariat In Akure, Reject Ondo APC Guber Primary Election
The streets of Akure, Ondo State, witnessed a protest by some members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday.
The demonstration stemmed from allegations of irregularities and biased conduct during the ward primary elections held across the state on Saturday.
These elections were pivotal in selecting the party’s gubernatorial candidate for the upcoming November 16, 2024, governorship election in the state.
The ward primary election in Ondo State has been marred by reports of violence, irregularities, and a lack of election materials.
Protesters took to the streets of Akure and gathered at the APC state secretariat, demanding the cancellation of the primaries.
Videos circulating on social media captured the protesters expressing their dissatisfaction with songs and chants, particularly targeting the chairman of the primary election committee, Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo.
Many of the protesters are supporters of Olushola Oke, one of the aspirants, and they carried placards calling for action from the national secretariat.
Several aspirants have also voiced their concerns about the conduct of the primary election, citing delays in the distribution of materials and alleging plans to favor certain candidates.
They have called for an investigation into the process to ensure fairness and transparency.