Why Is Governor Abiodun Pushing Consensus to Secure Ogun East Senate Seat?

Governor Abiodun recently convened a meeting of House and Assembly hopefuls in Abeokuta, urging consensus under the guise of party unity. Behind the scenes, this push aims to clear his path to the Ogun East Senate seat. The so-called "unanimous" endorsement in Ijebu-Ode featured commissioners and local officials appointed by the governor. Ordinary APC members across nine local governments were neither consulted nor represented. Under the 2026 Electoral Act, true consensus demands written withdrawals from all rivals. Senator Gbenga Daniel has openly picked up nomination forms, forcing a direct primary by law. This unfolding duel pits a governor wielding state power against a senator with deep grassroots roots. The 2027 Ogun East primary promises intense political drama.

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