The Edo State Chapter of the All-Progressives Congress, APC, says the Party has, in line with its commitment to inclusiveness and respect for grassroots leadership, taken key decisions regarding the forthcoming bye-elections and reaffirmed its recognition and respect for the leadership structures at both the Federal Constituency and Senatorial District levels.
The Party in a Statement signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Barrister Peter Uwadiae-Igbinigie, adds that the Decisions were taken at an extraordinary meeting of the State Working Committee, SWC, held on Friday at the Party’s State Secretariat in Benin City.
The Statement said the Party, which also had in attendance some Local Government Area Chairmen, focused on critical decisions aimed at strengthening the Party’s unity, internal cohesion, and political outreach across the state.
The Statement disclosed that the Vice Chairman of Edo Central Senatorial District, Mr. Pedro Esangbedo, during the meeting formally informed the SWC that the APC Caucus in Edo Central had unanimously adopted Mr. Joe Ikpea as the sole candidate for the Senatorial bye-election and, following his presentation, the SWC, through a voice vote, ratified his adoption as the Party’s official candidate.
On the matter concerning the Ovia Federal Constituency, the Vice Chairman of Edo South Senatorial District, Mr. Benson Edosomwan, briefed the Committee that a meeting has been scheduled for Monday, 7th July, 2025, to deliberate and resolve the issue. Consequently, the SWC fixed Tuesday, 8th July, 2025, for final resolution and ratification.
The Statement said to enforce discipline and maintain decorum within the Party, the SWC expressed strong disapproval over recent misconduct by some members in Oredo and Ovia South-West Local Government Areas.
Accordingly, the Local Government Chapter Chairman of the Party was directed to ensure amicable reconciliation amongst parties while they are expected to work collaboratively for the success of the APC in the upcoming bye-election in the Area.
The State Working Committee reaffirmed its commitment to fairness, discipline, and strategic unity as it prepares for the bye-elections and future electoral victories across the state.
