APC Shuffles Leadership As Otu Takes Helm Amid Edo Primary Controversy

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a surprising move, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has reshuffled its leadership in the wake of controversy surrounding the Edo State governorship primary.

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo has been ousted as Chairman of the Elections Committee, with Bassey Otu of Cross River State stepping into the role.

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“The decision to replace Uzodimma with Otu underscores our commitment to transparency and fairness,” stated Sulaiman Argungu, the APC National Organizing Secretary.

Otu, previously the deputy chairman of the committee, now shoulders the responsibility of overseeing the re-run poll scheduled for February 22nd.

The revamped committee comprises diverse members including former Osun State deputy governor, Mrs Titilayo Laoye-Tomori; Nentanwe Goshwe, APC’s flagbearer in the Plateau State 2023 governorship election; as well as Umar Musa, Lawan Garba, and Rabiu Suleiman, who serve Organised Labour Begins Strike In Niger, Shuts Govt Offices, Hospitals Tinubu Rules Out Zoning Formula In Edo APC Primaries Emefiele Sues Akpabio For Defamation, Demands N1bn s as Secretary.

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The decision to replace Uzodimma came after four prominent aspirants expressed doubts about his ability to ensure a fair election. Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, Chief Lucky Imasuen, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and General Charles Airhiavbere (retd.) called for his replacement, citing concerns over the integrity of the process.

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