The All Progressives Congress (APC) Oyo State Gubernatorial Primaries Reconciliation Committee has intensified efforts to restore unity within the party following the recently concluded governorship primaries, holding separate consultative meetings with some of the governorship aspirants.

In a communiqué issued on Friday and jointly signed by its Co-Chairmen, Senator Olufemi Lanlehin and Professor Taoheed Adedoja, the committee said the consultations were in line with the terms of reference given to it by the state chapter of the APC.

According to the committee, it met with Engr. Rauf Aderemi Olaniyan, Prince Asatola Asanke, Dr. Ololade Usman Bakare, Engr. Oyedele Hakeem Alao and Dr. Ayobami Lam-Adesina at meetings held on Wednesday, July 8, and Friday, July 10, 2026.

It noted that Dr. Adewale Kolapo Kareem, one of the aspirants, had earlier aligned with the party’s governorship candidate.

The committee disclosed that the aspirants expressed dissatisfaction with the conduct of the governorship primaries, raising several concerns over the process and outcome.

They appealed to the reconciliation panel to address the issues in the interest of strengthening unity within the party.

Despite their grievances, the aspirants reaffirmed their commitment to continued engagement with the committee, expressing readiness to explore practical avenues for reconciliation, cooperation and party cohesion.

The reconciliation committee assured all parties of its commitment to handling the process with sincerity, transparency and objectivity, stressing that every submission and concern would receive fair consideration.

As part of efforts to deepen the reconciliation process, the aspirants unanimously agreed to honour any invitation from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to discuss their concerns and finally resolve the issues.

The committee also resolved to continue consultations with other governorship aspirants who were unable to attend the initial meetings, as well as other critical stakeholders whose input would be vital to achieving lasting peace within the party, in furtherance of its mandate.

The committee further pledged to engage the appropriate leadership of the APC and communicate the concerns and positions of the aspirants to the party’s leadership, including the party’s national leader, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

It expressed optimism that the ongoing reconciliation exercise would promote peace, unity and progress within the Oyo State chapter of the APC ahead of future political activities. (The Nation)

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