President Tinubu Votes At APC Primary Election, Commends Process

By Ayodele Oni

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday explained that the direct primary election by the All Progressives Congress (APC), afforded party members to pick their leaders across all levels.

He hailed the exercise across the country as peaceful, transparent and a reflection of strong internal democracy within the ruling party.

Speaking after casting his vote during the APC Presidential Primaries at Ikoyi-Obalende Ward L2 in Lagos, the President said the exercise had further strengthened grassroots participation in the democratic process.

A statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, stated that Tinubu, who arrived at the venue alongside the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the primaries nationwide, commending party members for their orderly participation and commitment to democratic principles.

According to him, the primaries have shown that every member of the APC has the opportunity to participate freely in choosing leaders and representatives at all levels.

The President also praised governors and party officials for effectively managing the process, including ward and local government congresses, delegate accreditation, membership registration and validation exercises.

Among dignitaries who received the President at the venue were Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, and former Minister of Finance, Wale Edun.

Tinubu further commended electoral officials, party leaders and security agencies for ensuring a peaceful and credible exercise across the states.

He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to democratic governance, political stability and policies aimed at improving the welfare of Nigerians.