The All Progressives Congress (APC) is currently conducting its primary election for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State, Nigeria. According to reports, approximately 1,660 delegates are expected to participate in the exercise. These delegates, consisting of five representatives from each of the state’s 332 wards, are undergoing accreditation at the time of filing this report.

The chairman of the Osun governorship primary election, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, arrived in the state on Friday and engaged with stakeholders at the party secretariat. A key contender for the ticket is Bola Oyebamiji, the former Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), who is expected to emerge as the consensus candidate.

Security measures are in place at the venue of the primary election, with a heavy presence of security personnel observed. The election is a crucial step in determining the APC’s candidate for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State.

The primary election is significant, as it will shape the party’s representation in the upcoming governorship election. The APC is one of the major political parties in Nigeria, and its candidate selection process is closely watched by political observers and analysts. The outcome of the primary election will likely have implications for the party’s chances in the general election.

As the accreditation process continues, the party is working to ensure a smooth and transparent election process. The APC’s governorship primary election in Osun State is an important event in Nigeria’s political calendar, and the outcome will be closely monitored by stakeholders and the general public. With the election season approaching, the party’s candidate selection process is a critical step in determining the direction of the state’s governance in the coming years.