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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction backed by Oyo State Governor, His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has announced plans to screen a total of 3,181 aspirants for various elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
This comprehensive screening exercise forms a key part of the faction’s preparations to select credible, competent, and people-oriented candidates who will drive the party’s vision of good governance, economic renewal, and national development under the emerging PDP-APM alliance framework.
Breakdown of Aspirants: State House of Assembly: 2,122 aspirants. House of Representatives: 748 aspirants. Senatorial: 198 aspirants. Governorship: 112 aspirants Presidential: 1 aspirant.
The screening process will ensure that only candidates with proven integrity, capacity, and commitment to public service emerge as the party’s flagbearers. It underscores the faction’s dedication to internal democracy, transparency, and building a strong, united front capable of reclaiming power and resetting Nigeria for progress.
Speaking on the development, a party leader emphasized that Governor Makinde’s leadership continues to inspire confidence among party members and aspirants nationwide, attracting high-quality individuals eager to serve at all levels.
This initiative reflects the faction’s proactive approach to party rebuilding and strategic positioning for victory in 2027, in alignment with broader opposition efforts to deliver effective governance to Nigerians.
The screening exercise is expected to commence shortly, with details on schedules and committees to be communicated in due course.