Ondo State APC Swears In New Executive Leadership Following Court Mandated Fresh Congress Election Results

Ondo State APC successfully holds a fresh congress in Akure to swear in new leadership. Discover how Governor Aiyedatiwa resolved the party's legal setbacks.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 11, 2026, 5:35 PM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from LEADERSHIP

A Decisive Resolution to Internal Leadership Disputes

The All Progressives Congress in Ondo State has officially installed a fresh slate of executive officers after conducting a new state congress at the International Culture and Event Centre in Akure. This development serves as a critical reset for the ruling party in the state, following a period of legal uncertainty that necessitated a repeat of the electoral process. According to party officials, the successful execution of this fresh congress, which saw a significant turnout of members and security personnel, marks a formal end to the controversies that had previously stalled the administrative transition.

The Legal Hurdles That Prompted an Electoral Rerun

The necessity for Wednesday’s proceedings stemmed from the judicial nullification of a prior exercise held earlier this month. While the party had initially attempted to finalize its leadership structure on March 3, a court injunction effectively halted the validity of those results, throwing the party into a temporary state of limbo. This legal intervention forced the national leadership to intervene, ensuring that the subsequent process adhered strictly to statutory requirements and internal party guidelines to avoid further litigation.

Executive Endorsement of Party Reconciliation Efforts

Representing Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Deputy Governor Dr. Olayide Adelami characterized the successful congress as a landmark achievement that demonstrated the party’s ability to withstand internal friction. According to Adelami, the swift action taken by the National Working Committee to establish reconciliation mechanisms was instrumental in navigating the legal setbacks that had threatened to derail party activities. The administration emphasized that the ability to resolve these disputes through established party channels rather than prolonged conflict remains a cornerstone of their political strategy.