The All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded its State House of Assembly primary in Ekiti, with the son of former governor Ayodele Fayose emerging victorious in a keenly contested race.

He reportedly defeated a former deputy speaker and an incumbent lawmaker in a landslide result that surprised many political observers in the state.

Party officials said the exercise was conducted across designated wards under tight supervision to ensure compliance with electoral guidelines.

The outcome marks a significant political moment in Ekiti politics, as the winner secured the party’s ticket ahead of the next round of elections.

Reacting to the result, party stakeholders described the process as largely peaceful, while urging all aspirants to rally behind the party’s candidate ahead of the general elections.

The primary has also sparked political discussions across the state, given the prominence of the candidates involved and the weight of their political backgrounds.

Further party engagements are expected as the APC consolidates its preparations for the upcoming electoral cycle in Ekiti State.