Senator Solomon Adeola, who represents Ogun West Senatorial District, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Ogun State after polling 304,055 votes to defeat Abayomi Hunye, who scored zero.
The Chairman of the APC Governorship Primary Election Committee for Ogun State, Mr Wale Ohu, announced the result at the party secretariat in Abeokuta on Thursday.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that returning officers from the 20 local government areas had earlier announced results from each LGA.
There were 343,292 registered voters and 305,287 accredited voters, while Adeola, also known as Yayi, polled 304,055 votes to emerge winner.
Ohu said, “There were two contestants. Sen. Solomon Adeola scored 304,055 votes while Mr Abayomi Hunye polled zero.”
Adeola pledged to consolidate the achievements of Governor Dapo Abiodun and sustain unity within the APC if elected in 2027.
He commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for ensuring a peaceful and seamless primary, which he described as unprecedented.
“I never imagined the exercise would be this peaceful. I thought it was the usual primaries where people struggle and fight. God on our side,” Adeola said.
According to him, Ogun is witnessing its first peaceful transition arrangement in 15 years ahead of the 2027 succession.
Adeola said: “By the grace of God, on May 29, 2027, I will be sitting side by side with you for a smooth transition of government.”
The senator assured Ogun residents that he would sustain development and advance the state’s progress.
Adeola also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his support and mentorship throughout his political career.
He described the President as a father, leader, and role model, noting 24 years of political growth.
Governor Abiodun said Adeola’s emergence validated the confidence reposed in him by party members across the state.
He hailed the peaceful primary as a historic first in the state’s 50-year history.
The governor noted that it was the first time an outgoing governor openly unveiled a successor ahead of an election in a transparent, rancour-free manner. (NAN)
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