“They will be protesting at the APC secretariat tomorrow (today) again, but with a larger crowd this time,” the source, close to the organisers, confirmed.
Aggrieved members of Lagos APC are set to stage protests today at the party’s secretariat in Ikeja and Somolu, opposing the outcome of Saturday’s local government primaries. The party’s Appeal Committee, led by Attorney-General Lawal Pedro (SAN), has set Tuesday as the deadline for submitting complaints. The primaries, which produced 55 candidates through consensus and voting, sparked disputes in areas like Lagos Mainland and Yaba, where protesters rejected consensus picks.
Despite successful candidate selections in most councils, discontent persists, with critics faulting the primary process. APC spokesperson Oluseye Oladejo confirmed the committee’s formation, stating it would address grievances from aspirants. The panel includes notable figures like ex-Speaker Jokotola Pelumi and former lawmaker Lanre Ogunyemi.
Protests erupted on primaries day, with demonstrators in Ebute Meta condemning consensus arrangements. The party insists the process was fair, but tensions remain high as aggrieved members demand transparency ahead of the July 12 LG polls.