Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, the Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) primary Kwara primary election committee has assured party members and stakeholders that the election will be free, fair, and transparent.
The primary election is scheduled to hold today, Friday, May 22, 2026.
According to him, voting materials will be distributed before Jumat prayers.
He added that voting will commence simultaneously in all the 16 local governments after Jumat Prayers.
Obanikoro stated that the committee is fully prepared to conduct the exercise in strict compliance with the directives of the APC National Headquarters and in accordance with established party guidelines.
He disclosed that the committee held a strategic meeting with all governorship aspirants at the APC State Secretariat in Ilorin,the state capital, where they were thoroughly briefed on the electoral processes.
He said the engagement provided an opportunity to address concerns raised by aspirants, ensuring an inclusive and transparent process.
Obanikoro noted that while efforts were made to encourage consensus among aspirants, the committee remains fully prepared to conduct a credible election.
He emphasized that the committee is the only body duly authorized by the party and relevant laws to conduct, conclude, and report on the primary election.
Obanikoro added that designated Local Government Election Officers, appointed by the committee across all 16 local government areas of Kwara State, will converge to receive election materials and commence the voting process accordingly.
He reiterated the committee’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and the overall success of the party, urging all stakeholders to conduct themselves peacefully and in the spirit of unity.
