Stakeholders Demand Probe of APC Ekiti Primary Over Alleged Electoral Violations

Fresh controversy has erupted over the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primary election for Ekiti North Federal Constituency II, as concerned stakeholders have called on the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to investigate allegations surrounding the eligibility of one of the aspirants, Hon. Ibrahim Olanrewaju, as well as the conduct of the exercise.
The stakeholders alleged that Olanrewaju, who serves as Special Assistant to Bola Ahmed Tinubu on National Assembly Matters, contested in the APC primary election without complying with the President’s directive requiring all political appointees seeking elective office in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31, 2026.
According to the group, although the directive was communicated through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Olanrewaju allegedly remained in office beyond the deadline and continued receiving salary payments.
They claimed to possess documentary evidence, including what they described as a verified May 2026 payslip, indicating that the presidential aide remained on the Federal Government payroll after the resignation deadline, raising concerns over his qualification to participate in the APC primary election.
The stakeholders argued that the alleged action contravenes Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act 2026, which bars political appointees from voting or being voted for at political party conventions, congresses, and primary elections.
They also cited President Tinubu’s resignation directive alongside the Supreme Court ruling in Tukur v. Mustapha, which they said reinforces the legal requirement for political appointees seeking elective office to vacate their positions before participating in party primaries.
In a statement issued by the group, they said:
“Contrary to the presidential directive, credible evidence now indicates that Hon. Ibrahim Olanrewaju continued to receive salary payments even beyond the stipulated resignation deadline. This raises serious legal and moral questions about his qualification to participate in the party’s primary election.”
The stakeholders further alleged that Olanrewaju publicly claimed to have resigned in compliance with the directive, insisting that the claim contradicts documents currently in their possession.
Beyond the eligibility issue, the group also challenged the credibility of the primary election itself, alleging widespread irregularities capable of significantly affecting the outcome.
According to them, no voter accreditation process was conducted in any ward across Ilejemeje Local Government Area, contrary to provisions of the Electoral Act.
They further alleged that in Ipere Ward, where 357 delegates were reportedly registered, another aspirant was credited with 782 votes, describing the figure as clear evidence of vote inflation.
The stakeholders also accused government agents of preventing supporters of rival aspirants from voting in parts of Ido/Osi Local Government Area, including Ayetoro Wards 1 and 2, Usi Ward, and Otun Wards 1 and 2, alleging intimidation and disruption during the exercise.
They equally questioned the neutrality of officials who supervised the primary, alleging that Local Government Chairmen and APC Local Government Chairmen with vested interests in the outcome were appointed as returning officers, creating what they described as a conflict of interest.
Maintaining that no credible primary election took place, the stakeholders alleged:
“There are widespread claims that no actual primary election took place and that results were instead written in his favour. Numerous video evidences are said to exist exposing the irregularities that characterized the entire exercise.”
The group said the evidence in its possession includes video recordings of the exercise, documents related to the conduct of the primary, and the May 2026 payslip, urging the APC leadership to examine the materials thoroughly.
They called on the APC National Working Committee to investigate the allegations and determine whether the exercise complied with the Electoral Act, the APC Constitution, and the party’s guidelines.
According to the statement:
“The APC cannot afford to condone actions that undermine its democratic processes. Aspirants who have shown genuine commitment to the party, invested resources, maintained strong ties with constituents, and demonstrated proven records of service should not be sidelined through questionable practices.”
The stakeholders further urged the party leadership to thoroughly investigate all pending appeals and ensure justice, fairness, and transparency prevail, warning that the credibility of the APC and confidence among party members depend on the outcome.
They argued that if the allegations are established, the actions would amount to a breach of public trust.
“He deceived Mr President. He deceived the party. He deceived Ekiti people. He deceived Nigerians. He who must come to equity must come with clean hands.”
The stakeholders warned that failure to address the controversy surrounding the primary election could undermine confidence in the APC’s internal democratic process and affect the party’s chances of retaining the Ekiti North Federal Constituency II seat in the 2027 general elections.
As of the time of filing this report, Hon. Ibrahim Olanrewaju had not publicly responded to the allegations, while the All Progressives Congress had yet to issue an official statement on the matter. Efforts to obtain reactions from both parties were unsuccessful before publication.

IGP Disu Flags Off Nationwide POCACOV Advocacy And Sensitization campaign

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has flagged off the nationwide advocacy and sensitization campaign of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), with activities set to commence across State Commands nationwide.
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The initiative forms part of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to proactive policing, community engagement, and sustained efforts to combat cultism and other social vices through grassroots sensitization, early intervention, and strategic stakeholder engagement.

As the flagship community policing initiative of the Nigeria Police Force, POCACOV is designed to discourage youth involvement in cultism, drug abuse, violent crime, and other social vices by promoting positive values and strengthening partnerships with schools, communities, religious bodies, and other relevant stakeholders.

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The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to preventive policing strategies that promote public safety, protect young people from criminal influences, and foster safer communities across the country.
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CSP ANIETIE OKOKON EDEM INIEDU
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
FORCE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA
28TH JUNE, 2026

Navy Disrupts Creek-Based Illegal Fuel Movement, Recovers 22,870 Litres Of AGO In Rivers

The Nigerian Navy has sustained its operational momentum against crude oil theft with another intelligence-led operation under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, disrupting the movement of illegally refined petroleum products through the creek corridors of Rivers State.
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Acting on credible intelligence, personnel of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH deployed to the Orashi Forest area of Okolomade Community in Abua/Odual Local Government Area, bordering Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, following reports of suspected movement of illegally refined products.

On arrival, the patrol team intercepted a wooden boat conveying 36 sacks of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) along an adjoining creek. To further exploit the intelligence, aerial surveillance was conducted using a drone, leading to the identification of additional concealed stockpiles hidden under vegetation and inside ponds within the general area.

A detailed search subsequently led to the recovery of an additional 45 sacks of suspected illegally refined AGO concealed at different locations, bringing the total recovery to 81 sacks containing approximately 22,870 litres. The operation also denied criminal elements the use of the intercepted wooden boat for the transportation of illicit petroleum products.

The recovered products and the wooden boat were handled in accordance with extant anti-crude oil theft procedures, further disrupting the logistics chain supporting illegal refining activities in the Niger Delta.

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The Nigerian Navy remains resolute in sustaining intelligence-driven operations under Operation DELTA SENTINEL to dismantle crude oil theft networks, deny criminal elements freedom of action across the nation’s waterways, and protect Nigeria’s strategic economic assets.

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Signed

ABIODUN FOLORUNSHO

Navy Captain

Director Naval Information

Nigerian Navy