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The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 Ekiti governorship election, Dr. Wole Oluyede, along with his deputy, was notably absent when the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced the provisional list of party candidates ahead of the election.
On Monday, INEC published the list of candidates from 12 political parties competing for the state’s highest office at its office located on New Iyin Road, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
The list indicates that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is nominating the current governor, Biodun Oyebanji, with Monisade Afuye as his running mate.
Other candidates include Opeyemi Falegan from the Accord Party, paired with Omoyemi Olaleye as deputy; Akande Oluwasegun of the African Action Congress, alongside Oluwasanmi Fajuyigbe; and Ayodeji Ojo representing the Action Democratic Party, with Itunu Ibitoye as his running mate.
Additionally, the African Democratic Congress is presenting Oluwadare Bejide and Paul Olowoyeye, while the Action Peoples Party has Bidemi Awogbemi and Akinyemi Adewumi on its ticket.
The absence of the PDP may be linked to the ongoing leadership crisis currently affecting the party at the national level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the PDP candidate absent from the INEC announcement?
The absence of the PDP candidate, Dr. Wole Oluyede, and his deputy may be related to a leadership crisis currently affecting the party at the national level.
What parties are participating in the Ekiti governorship election?
A total of 12 political parties are participating in the Ekiti governorship election, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Accord Party, African Action Congress, Action Democratic Party, African Democratic Congress, and Action Peoples Party.
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