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A Chieftain of the All Progressive Congress in Ondo state and former Senatorial aspirant, Chief Alex Ajipe, has urged the national and state leadership of the party, to give the incumbent governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, ‘ right of first refusal’.
Ajipe, the Convener of a popular political group in Ondo State, IBI GIGA Ambassador, made the appeal in a letter he delivered to the National Chairman of the party Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and copied the party state Chairman, Engr Ade Adetimehin.
Ajipe made the plea in this in a letter he delivered to the National Chairman of the party Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje and copied to the State Chairman, Engr Ade Adetimehin.
According to the APC Chieftain, “Ondo State has a rich political history, and it is imperative to recognize that no political party has succeeded by denying its incumbent governor, the party’s ticket at the primary.
“As we approach the upcoming election season, I believe it is crucial for the party to give the incumbent Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa the offer of first refusal for the party’s ticket.
“Ondo State has a rich history, and it is imperative to recognize that no political party has succeeded in winning an election in Nigeria by denying its incumbent the ticket at the primary, the only unprecedented time it happened in Lagos was understood to be at the instance of the majority of the party stakeholders unlike in ondo state where we are all carrying our new leader like egg and have all decided to make Ondo state works.
“The people of our state have a strong sense of unity and solidarity, particularly when it comes to standing against oppressors.
“This unity has been a driving force behind our successes in the past, as it was clearly demonstrated during the aborted unpopular impeachment saga. it is essential that we uphold this tradition.
“Offering a first refusal to an incumbent governor, especially when multiple aspirants have shown interest in contesting an election, can be beneficial for several reasons.
“Party Unity: By offering the incumbent governor the first refusal, the party demonstrates a commitment to unity and stability.
“It can help avoid internal divisions and conflicts that often arise during competitive primary elections, thereby presenting a more cohesive and united front to the electorate.
“Public Perception: The public often values continuity and stability in governance.
“By offering the incumbent governor the first refusal, the party…
