The All Progressives Congress (APC) has completed its crucial screening process. This is for aspirants vying for the party’s ticket in Osun State. Nine candidates were screened ahead of the December 13 governorship primary election.

The screening committee is now finalizing its report. It is expected to be submitted to the APC National Working Committee (NWC). This submission will take place today by 11 a.m. It will be at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja.

Any petitions or objections from the screening will be addressed. A dedicated Screening Appeal Committee will handle these. Senator Tolu Odeniyi chairs this committee. It is scheduled to sit on Saturday.

Who Underwent Screening?

Several prominent figures underwent screening on Wednesday. These include Senator Iyiola Omisore. He is a former deputy governor and ex-APC National Secretary. Development financier Babatunde Hareter Oralusi also participated. Former PDP chieftain Barrister Oyedotun Babayemi was also screened. Insurance expert and businessman Dr. Akinade Akanmu Ogunbiyi presented himself. Immediate past deputy governor Benedict Olugboyega Alabi completed Wednesday’s list.

Thursday’s session featured additional key aspirants. Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji was among them. He is the immediate past Managing Director of the Nigeria Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA). Legal practitioner Adegoke Rasheed Okiki Adekunle (SAN) also went through the process. Dr. (Mrs.) Mulikat Abiola Jimoh, a former lawmaker, is the sole female aspirant. Former Senate Committee Vice-Chairman, Senator Babajide Omoworare, also presented his credentials.

Rigorous Process Confirmed

A committee member spoke anonymously about the exercise. The source confirmed the process was thorough. It adhered strictly to party rules. The Electoral Act also guided the entire procedure.

“All nine aspirants presented their credentials,” the source stated. “They were thoroughly grilled in line with party guidelines, constitution, and the Electoral Act.” The committee is now finalizing its report. It will be submitted to the NWC shortly.