The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced it will adopt the consensus mode for its upcoming Ekiti State Governorship Primary Election. This decision was communicated by Mr. Felix Morka, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja.
The shift from a direct primary to a consensus approach followed the voluntary withdrawal of one of the two cleared aspirants, Mrs. Atinuke Omolayo. In a letter to the party’s leadership, Omolayo announced her withdrawal and endorsed Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the consensus candidate. She also expressed her support for any nomination process adopted by the party in line with the 2022 Electoral Act and the party’s Constitution. This decision has been formally communicated by the APC to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Morka explained that having met the requirements outlined in Sections 84(9) and (11) of the 2022 Electoral Act for a consensus primary, the party’s delegate congress is scheduled to take place on Saturday. An appeal for the delegate congress will be held on October 26, followed by a special nomination congress to ratify the consensus candidate on October 27.
The APC spokesperson praised Omolayo for her sportsmanship and dedication to party unity and progress. He called on all party leaders, members, and stakeholders in Ekiti State to unite and work diligently towards securing victory in the June 2026 Governorship Election.