Alabi Tajudeen Obtains Nomination Forms as Kwara APC Gubernatorial Race Begins in Abuja

Alabi Tajudeen picks up APC governorship forms in Abuja, expressing faith in a credible primary process for the 2027 Kwara State election.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 30, 2026, 5:05 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Peoples Gazette

A Formal Entry into the Gubernatorial Contest

Alabi Tajudeen, a prominent aspirant within the Kwara All Progressives Congress, has formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election. Speaking to reporters in Abuja on Wednesday, Tajudeen confirmed he had successfully obtained his expression of interest and nomination forms. He characterized the administrative process as a concise and effective format, asserting that strict adherence to these established procedures would ensure high quality outcomes for the party. His entry marks a significant development in the early stages of the Kwara political cycle.

Confidence in Party Leadership and Process

Central to Tajudeen’s declaration is his firm belief in the integrity of the APC leadership to manage the upcoming internal elections. He noted that his experience during the form collection process reinforced his conviction that the party is committed to a free and fair contest. According to Tajudeen, the transparency of the current phase suggests that the eventual outcome of the primaries will be viewed as legitimate and acceptable by all participating stakeholders. He maintained that if the process remains credible, he is certain to emerge as the party’s flagbearer and the subsequent governor of Kwara.

Security Challenges at the Nomination Venue

The process of obtaining forms was marked by visible logistical difficulties and a high degree of tension at the venue. Supporters and fellow aspirants faced significant hurdles in gaining access to the facility, leading to chaotic scenes that required the intervention of security operatives. These officers were tasked with maintaining law and order as crowds gathered to witness the commencement of the nomination exercise. Despite these physical bottlenecks, the administrative aspect of the form collection continued under heavy guard.