The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has established a reconciliation committee to address grievances arising from its recently concluded local government primary elections, according to a statement released Tuesday by the party's spokesperson, Mogaji Oladejo.
The initiative aims to mend internal divisions and foster unity among party members following protests and petitions submitted by dissatisfied aspirants who questioned the transparency and fairness of the candidate selection process.
Two-Week Resolution Timeline
The party has set an ambitious two-week target to resolve all disputes stemming from the primaries and strengthen its position ahead of the upcoming local government polls.
"The party, APC, after receiving and considering the reports of the appeal, has resolved to activate its internal mechanism for conflict resolution and reconciliation to ensure that we go into the elections as a united force," the statement explained.
Decentralized Committee Structure
The reconciliation effort has been organized by senatorial districts, with dedicated committees for each zone:
Lagos East: Chaired by Dr. Lateef Ibirogba, with members Saheed Afonja, Sumbo Onitiri, and Sade Bakare
Lagos Central: Led by former Deputy Governor Chief Sarah Sosan, alongside Funso Ologunde, Adedoyin Banjo, and Adigun Olalekan
Lagos West 1: Headed by Otunba Bode Oyedele, with Chief Jide Damazio, Alhaji Aleshinloye, and Comfort Olalere as members
Lagos West 2: Chaired by Alhaji Mutiu Are, supported by Hon. Jumoke Okoya, Otunba Kehinde Adeniyi, and Adeola Rashidat
The establishment of these committees follows widespread protests and numerous petitions submitted to the party's appeal committee by aspirants and their supporters who were dissatisfied with the outcome of the primaries that selected APC candidates for local council positions across Lagos State.
Political analysts view this reconciliation effort as crucial for the APC to maintain its traditional dominance in Lagos local government elections, as internal fractures could potentially benefit opposition parties if left unresolved.
