APC warns against violence as Lagos Reps primaries hold

Members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, turned out across the 245 wards in Lagos State on Saturday to participate in the party’s primary election for House of Representatives candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

As the exercise commenced, the Lagos State APC Chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, appealed to party members to shun violence, intimidation and every form of misconduct capable of disrupting the process.

Ojelabi urged party faithful to maintain orderliness and peaceful conduct throughout the primaries, which are being held to select candidates for the 24 House of Representatives seats in the state.

The party chairman, who also doubles as the chairman of APC state chairmen nationwide, praised members for their loyalty and continued support toward the growth and stability of the party.

He encouraged them to sustain their commitment to the party’s programmes and policies in order to strengthen democratic values in the country.

The APC chairman also called on members across the state to participate actively in the exercise by voting for candidates of their choice, assuring them of adequate security measures before, during and after the primaries.

According to him, the party had made the necessary arrangements to ensure a peaceful, transparent and credible process, including guaranteeing equal opportunities and a level playing field for all aspirants.

Ojelabi, however, warned that the party would not tolerate any act capable of causing unrest or division during the exercise, regardless of the status of those involved.

“We assure our teeming supporters of their safety and security as they come out to vote in this historic primary election of our party, as everything that could impede their peace and progress has been taken care of,” he said.

“We therefore warn mischief-makers to have a rethink, as we will not condone any act of sabotage.”

He further directed aspirants to caution their supporters against engaging in activities that could undermine the smooth conduct of the election.

Ojelabi warned that any aspirant linked to violence or disruption during the exercise could face severe disciplinary measures in line with the peace accord signed with the party.

He stated that such penalties may include disqualification from the contest, suspension or expulsion from the APC.