Leaders and elders of the All Progressives Congress in Akure have called for fair representation in the selection of Ondo State's next governor. They insist that an indigenous candidate from Akure should emerge in the next governorship election, following the tenure of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. The group emphasized the need for equity within the party, citing Akure's contributions to the APC's political strength in the state. Their position was reached during a meeting held in Akure, where they underscored historical marginalization in political appointments. No specific candidate was named in the appeal.
The elders referenced the current governor's tenure as a turning point, arguing that Akure deserves its turn for the governorship. They noted that the city has produced key party leaders and consistently delivered votes for the APC in Ondo. The appeal was directed at party stakeholders at both state and national levels. The group said it expects its contribution to the party's electoral success to be acknowledged in future arrangements. The APC in Ondo State has not issued an official response.
Akure APC elders are leveraging Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa's tenure to push for a homegrown successor, exposing the growing pressure of regional calculations within the party. With Akure having delivered strong votes and leadership to the APC, the demand signals that political equity is becoming a non-negotiable in Ondo's internal party dynamics. This sets up a potential tussle if the party ignores the zoning sentiment in its next primary. For Nigerians, it reflects how local power bargains shape national party politics.
