Politics

Thugs disrupt Ondo APC Reps primary results announcement

The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

2 min read 14 views Updated Aug 26, 2026
The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political thugs stormed the party secretariat in Akure. The primaries were held on Saturday across the 203 wards in the nine federal constituencies of the state in line with the directives of the Independent National Electoral Commission. however, only. By the APC primary election committee before the disruption, while results from other constituencies were expected to be released.

By the committee in a viral video, Mrs Omowunmi Olatunji won the Akure South/Akure North Federal Constituency primary with 9,237 votes, while Dr Olumuyiwa Daramola emerged winner in Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency with 6,547 votes. The incumbent lawmaker representing Ondo East/Ondo West Federal Constituency, Dr Abiola Makinde, also secured victory with 10,847 votes.

It was gathered that around 7pm on Sunday, the electoral committee led by Mr Iboroma Harry Dabib arrived at the APC secretariat in Akure to announce the remaining results when the suspected thugs allegedly invaded the venue and disrupted the exercise. The development reportedly caused panic among party members, journalists and officials present at the secretariat, forcing many to flee for safety. An eyewitness showed the situation became chaotic as the youths stormed the venue despite the presence of security operatives. “When the venue was becoming rowdy, the committee chairman, members, newsmen and other party officials at the party secretariat rushed out when the suspected thugs entered into the venue and started shouting despite the presence of security men around the secretariat.

“The committee members were lamenting that they cannot continue with the results announcement at the expense of their lives and immediately suspended the announcement,”. that the committee members and party officials later reconvened after calm was restored at the secretariat. When contacted, the Ondo State APC Secretary, Mr Alex Kalejaiye, denied reports that party officials abandoned the venue, insisting that normalcy had returned. “As I am speaking with you, we are at the secretariat to announce the results of the primary,” Kalejaiye showed at about 10pm on Sunday.

Your reaction

Pass it on

Share this story

Social links open in a new tab

Story guide

Understand this story

Summary

The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political thugs stormed the party...

Key takeaways
  • The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political thugs stormed the party secretariat in Akure.
  • The primaries were held on Saturday across the 203 wards in the nine federal constituencies of the state in line with the directives of the Independent National Electoral Commission.
  • By the APC primary election committee before the disruption, while results from other constituencies were expected to be released.By the committee in a viral video, Mrs Omowunmi Olatunji won the Akure South/Akure North Federal Constituency primary with 9,237 votes, while Dr Olumuyiwa Daramola emerged winner in Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency with 6,547 votes.
Article FAQ

What is this story about?

The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political The announcement of results from the All Progressives Congress House of Representatives primaries in Ondo State was on Sunday disrupted after some youths suspected to be political thugs stormed the party...

Who published this story?

Glow 99.1 FM published this story with Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer listed as author.

When was it published?

May 18, 2026

2027: APC primary row brews in Ondo as NWC insists on direct primaries

Continue reading

2027: APC primary row brews in Ondo as NWC insists on direct primaries

Politics · 2 min readRead next

Join the conversation

Comments (0)

No comments yet. Start the conversation.

Keep reading

Police warn against forceful takeover of LGs

Politics

Police warn against forceful takeover of LGs

The Osun State Police Command has warned individuals and groups against attempting to forcefully take over the affairs or premises of local government areas in the state.

1 min read · 1 views

Reader favourites

  1. 01Portugal to Face Super Eagles ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup212 views
  2. 02SUSPECTED JIHADISTS ATTACK NIAMEY AIRPORT161 views
  3. 03Grammy Awards 2026: Full Winners List, Historic Wins & Major Snubs156 views
  4. 04Iran Threatens US After Trump’s Warning156 views