Ahead of the July 11, 2026 Local Government Council elections in Edo State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed satisfaction over the peaceful conduct of its primary elections held on Friday, April 3, 2026, across the state.
The exercise, which took place in all 18 local government areas and 192 wards, successfully produced the party’s candidates for chairmanship and councillorship positions.
Addressing journalists in Benin City, Chairman of the State Primary Election Committee, Mohammed Bello, said the party adopted the direct primary method based on consensus and affirmation.
He noted that reports from across the local government areas indicated that the exercise was seamless and largely rancour-free.
Bello expressed optimism about the party’s chances in the forthcoming elections, stating that the APC remains a forward-looking party with strong grassroots support.
Also speaking, the APC State Chairman, Jarrett Tenebe, described the outcome of the primaries as a testament to the party’s commitment to democratic principles.
According to him, the process has further strengthened internal democracy, unity, and cohesion among party members.
“The exercise reflects our commitment to inclusivity, equity, and fairness, in line with global best practices,” Tenebe said.
He added that the party is determined to promote transparency and objectivity in its processes, describing the current approach as a departure from past practices.
Tenebe congratulated all successful candidates, urging them to see their emergence as a call to duty and work diligently to secure victory for the party in the July polls.
He further stated that the APC is now strategically positioned for the elections, expressing confidence in the party’s chances across all council areas and wards.
The chairman also commended members of the various committees for the successful conduct of the primaries and lauded the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo for its efforts in governance, which he said has strengthened the party’s appeal among the people.
The party unveiled the following chairmanship candidates across the 18 local government areas:
Ikpoba-Okha – Eric Osawaro (4,921 votes)
Egor – Osaro Eribo (4,349 votes)
Oredo – Gabriel Iduseri (5,933 votes)
Orhionmwon – Thompson Osagie (2,661 votes)
Uhunmwonde – Austin Imafidon (2,426 votes)
Ovia South-West – Osarobo Anthony (3,020 votes)
Ovia North-East – Eriamatoe Christopher
Etsako East – Sunday Akiotu Ekpeson (2,209 votes)
Etsako Central – Dame Vera Sado (2,164 votes)
Etsako West – Romeo Imoike (2,209 votes)
Owan East – Ernest Oyade Aitelegbe (2,209 votes)
Owan West – Enahoro Aikpokpo (1,664 votes)
Akoko-Edo – Robert Akande (1,468 votes)
Esan Central – Prince Abdullahi Momoh (2,248 votes)
Esan South-East – Tega Aimiadgbho (1,901 votes)
Igueben – Endurance Atamegbe (1,665 votes)
Esan West – Ebodaghe Blessing (2,138 votes)
Esan North-East – Saturday Iyoha (2,117 votes)