The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has dismissed claims that Saturday’s governorship election has been concluded, saying it is currently reviewing the results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) before determining its next course of action.
The party said it would consult its legal advisers and examine the constitutional and legal avenues available to challenge alleged irregularities recorded during the election.
The APC stated this in Osogbo on Sunday through a statement issued by its spokesperson, Kola Olabisi.
According to the party, the electoral process does not end with the declaration of results, arguing that political parties have the right to seek judicial redress when they believe an election was conducted improperly.
“We are not unaware of the fact that an election is a process which begins with the registration of voters, through the primary election to the election proper, and extends to the tribunal, the Court of Appeal, and terminates at the Supreme Court,” Olabisi stated.
“An election cannot be said to have been concluded without exploring all constitutionally allowed legal opportunities to correct anomalies observed in the process, as enshrined in the Electoral Act 2026, as amended.”
The party said it was examining the declared results and would await professional advice from its legal team before deciding whether to commence court proceedings.
It also praised its members and supporters for their dedication throughout the electoral process.
“We commend the steadfastness, sagacity and loyalty of the numerous members and supporters of our party for their contributions in getting to this juncture in the political history of the state,” Olabisi added.
The APC said its decision would be guided by respect for the rule of law, stressing that INEC’s declaration did not prevent it from pursuing available legal remedies.
It further called on its supporters to remain calm and avoid reacting to what it described as provocations from members of the ruling party.
“As a result of the foregoing, we are imploring our ever-loyal members and supporters to remain cool and calm while they carry on with their businesses and refuse to respond to any provocative action or inaction from any members of the ruling party across the state,” it said.
The APC urged its members to remain hopeful, maintaining that the judicial process could still affect the final outcome of the election.
The party also called on the Nigeria Police Force to protect its members and supporters, alleging that some APC supporters were being subjected to unnecessary harassment by members of the ruling party.
It described the present political situation in Osun as temporary and expressed confidence that justice would eventually prevail.
“The current situation in the political history of the state is a passing phase which will soon become part of history, as justice shall be done accordingly,” the APC said.
