APC finally lifts ban on political activities in Osun, as 27 aspirants jostle for ticket

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has eventually lifted the ban on political activities in the state, to pave way for aspirants who are contesting on the platform of the party to commence campaign proper.

The Chairman of the party in the state, Prince Gboyega Famoodun announced this at the party secretariat in Osogbo, the Osun State capital on Monday, during the meeting with aspirants.
DAILY POST had exclusively reported the planned lift of the ban. http://dailypost.ng/2018/05/16/osun-apc-lift-ban-political-activities-week/

Famoodun,however, commended the aspirants for their perseverance and financial commitment, saying the party has what it takes to win election anytime.
“This is the day that everyone has been waiting for, we are by this event lifting ban on political activities, so, you have the liberty henceforth to canvass for vote from members of the party towards the primaries.
“I believe whoever emerges among you as the candidate of the party will win the election come September 22.

“I want to implore you to abide by the rules of the game, you must comply with all the party guidelines and regulations to endure hitch-free exercise.
“All your activities must be carried out honourably and without rancour in a way that will not embarrass the party”, Famoodun said.

It should be noted that the total of 27 aspirants are scrambling for the party ticket, including the incumbent Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Najeem Salam, the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Moshood Adeolu, and the Chief of Staff to Governor Rauf Aregbesola, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola.