Fayemi Enforces Direct Primaries to Curb Imposed Candidates in Ekiti
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- •Governor Kayode Fayemi announced on April 6, 2026, that all APC aspirants in Ekiti must face direct primaries.
- •The direct primary requirement is intended to prevent 'kangaroo endorsements' where candidates are unofficially imposed.
- •Ondo APC leaders warned on April 5, 2026, against the imposition of unpopular candidates in their state.
- •The African Democratic Congress (ADC) claimed on April 7, 2026, that INEC is laying 'landmines' to prevent the party from fielding candidates in the 2027 elections.
- •The APC's move in Ekiti follows concerns about internal party democracy and candidate legitimacy ahead of the polls.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If APC aspirants in Ekiti comply with the direct primary rule the party may present candidates with stronger grassroots support, potentially improving electoral performance and reducing internal disputes.
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AFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Abdullahi: There’s Broader Conspiracy to Weaken Opposition Ahead of 2027 PollAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)2027: INEC laying landmines to prevent us from fielding candidates — ADCAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)2027: ADC decries alleged plot by INEC to prevent party from fielding candidatesAFRICA