The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has set up a reconciliation committee to resolve disputes that followed its recently concluded primary elections ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was announced by the party through a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare.
According to the party, the committee will be inaugurated next week and will be headed by the Oyo APC Chairman and former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo. It was created to meet with aspirants and party members who contested in the primaries but did not secure the party’s tickets for different elective positions.
The APC explained that the committee would work with aggrieved aspirants and other stakeholders to address complaints arising from the primary elections. The aim is to resolve disagreements, rebuild confidence among members and strengthen unity within the party before the 2027 polls.
The reconciliation committee includes several senior party leaders and stakeholders. Among them are Senator Olufemi Lanlehin, Brimo Yusuf, Senator Hosea Agboola, Chief Akin Oke, Professor Afolabi Oladapo, Engr. Idris Adeoye, Pa Timothy Jolaoso, Chief Olukemi Alao-Akala, Dr. Adebayo Adewusi, Hon. Gunju Ojo and Dr. Adekemi Opatunde, along with other party figures.
The party said the committee would begin consultations with affected members and other stakeholders to settle disputes and improve cooperation across its structures.
According to the APC, the reconciliation process is part of efforts to maintain peace within the party and ensure members work together as preparations continue for the 2027 general elections.
It added that the committee would engage everyone involved with the goal of presenting a united front before the next round of elections.