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Oyo APC Prepares for Ibadan North Federal Constituency By-Election

Strategic Insights

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As the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election draws near, with the seat declared vacant following the death of Hon. Musiliu Akinremi, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has begun preparations to reclaim the seat it won convincingly in the 2023 general election. The party's State Working Committee, led by Alhaji Olayide Abas, has started meeting with stakeholders and eminent leaders in the local government area to ensure a collaborative effort towards the party's success at the polls.

Key Takeaways:

  • The APC in Oyo State has initiated preparations for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election, scheduled to hold on August 18, 2025.
  • The party's State Chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas, emphasized the need for all stakeholders to collaborate towards reclaiming the seat won convincingly in the 2023 general election.
  • The party has concluded arrangements for the revalidation and upgrade of its membership register across the 12 Wards in Ibadan North Local Government Area, to take place between July 2 and July 5, 2025.
  • The exercise requires new and old members to have their Permanent Voter Card (PVC) for revalidation.
  • The party has not yet decided on a mode of primary, with options including consensus, direct, or indirect primary, and is consulting with stakeholders.
  • Alhaji Bello Adeleke Oladeji expressed confidence in the state leadership and assured that members of the Apex Committee of the APC in Ibadan North have resolved to work together and mobilize support for the party's candidate.

Statistics:

  • The by-election is scheduled to hold on August 18, 2025.
  • The seat has been declared vacant following the death of Hon. Musiliu Akinremi.
  • The party plans to revalidate and upgrade its membership register across 12 Wards in Ibadan North LGA between July 2 and July 5, 2025.
  • Aspirants and supporters are encouraged to maintain peace as the party assures fairness and justice.

Sources:

  • Vanguard News
  • Leadership Newspaper
  • The Punch Newspapers
  • Oyo APC Official Statement by Alhaji Olayide Abas

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