An APC chieftain in Ondo State, Olusola Oke, has dismissed concerns that internal party conflicts over primary elections will impact President Tinubu's prospects in the 2027 presidential race.
Oke, who was allegedly treated unfairly during the last gubernatorial primary, emphasized that the party's unity and Tinubu's administration's performance would secure a landslide victory.He argued that while disagreements exist among APC leaders, the party remains a strong political platform in Ondo.Oke also criticized Razaq Obe's warning about potential losses, stating Obe lacks mandate to speak for all leaders.
The APC is currently facing tensions after the National Working Committee overruled the state's choice of National Assembly candidates, leading to protests from loyalists to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
Despite the crisis, Oke urged members to prioritize party interests over personal grievances, stressing that political disagreements are normal in a democracy.The article highlights the challenges APC faces in balancing state-level autonomy with national party directives ahead of key elections.
Original title: 2027: Tinubu’ll win Ondo convincingly, despite crisis in APC – Party chieftain
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