A House of Representatives member from Kogi State, Leke Abejide, has dismissed concerns that court cases arising from the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries could weaken the party’s chances in the 2027 general election.
Speaking on TVC News’ Beyond The Headlines on Monday, Abejide said only two cases were pending in court and expressed confidence that the disputes would not undermine the APC’s electoral prospects.
‘So, to me, only two cases are in court and cannot affect the election of APC. This I know,’ he said.
The lawmaker urged aspirants dissatisfied with the outcome of the primaries to embrace dialogue and consider future opportunities within the party.
‘I believe, you know, this party is larger than anything. So anybody that is in court now as a result of not making its candidate, I believe tomorrow is there for him or her,’ he said.
Abejide cautioned aggrieved members against allowing their grievances to damage their relationship with the party, warning that doing so could jeopardise future political opportunities.
He also defended his defection from the African Democratic Congress to the APC, saying the decision enjoyed the backing of his constituents.
According to him, supporters had urged him to join the ruling party because they wanted him in the political mainstream rather than the opposition.
‘Very, very happy. In fact, even before I came, there was so much clamour that I should please join the mainstream,’ he said when asked about his constituents’ reaction to the move.