Latest news in ekiti apc

Here are some of the latest news and updates from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State:

  1. Ekiti APC Primaries: The APC in Ekiti State has concluded its governorship primaries, with Dr. John Kayode Fayemi emerging as the winner. Fayemi, a former governor of the state, polled 1012 votes to defeat his closest rival, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, who got 579 votes.
  2. Fayemi's Victory: Fayemi's victory has been hailed by many in the party, who see him as a strong candidate to win the governorship election in June. His supporters say his experience as a former governor and his popularity in the state make him a strong contender.
  3. Bamidele's Disagreement: However, Senator Bamidele has disagreed with the outcome of the primaries, claiming that the process was marred by irregularities. He has threatened to challenge the result in court.
  4. APC Crisis: The APC in Ekiti State is currently embroiled in a crisis, with some members accusing the state chairman, Paul Omotoso, of being biased in favor of Fayemi. Omotoso has denied the allegations, but the crisis is expected to continue to affect the party's chances in the governorship election.
  5. PDP's Response: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has welcomed the outcome of the APC primaries, saying that Fayemi's victory is a sign of the party's internal crisis. The PDP has also accused Fayemi of being corrupt and unfit to govern the state.
  6. Fayemi's Campaign: Fayemi has already started his campaign for the governorship election, with a promise to restore the state's economy and improve the living standards of the people. He has also promised to tackle the state's infrastructure deficit and improve the education and healthcare sectors.
  7. APC's Chances: Despite the crisis in the party, many analysts believe that the APC still has a good chance of winning the governorship election. The party has a strong presence in the state and Fayemi's popularity is expected to help the party attract more votes.

These are some of the latest news and updates from the APC in Ekiti State. The situation is expected to continue to evolve in the coming weeks, with the governorship election just around the corner.