The crisis that followed the disrupted All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Lagos Mainland Federal Constituency has reportedly drawn the attention of key party stakeholders at both the state and national levels, with growing indications that the party may consider zoning the ticket to Ebute Metta West as part of efforts to restore unity within the constituency.
The primary election, which was marred by disagreements and confusion across parts of the constituency, has continued to generate reactions among party members and supporters, prompting fresh consultations among APC leaders over the best political solution capable of calming tensions ahead of the next electoral phase.
Sources within the party disclosed that leaders of the APC in Lagos State, alongside national stakeholders, have become increasingly concerned about the divisions created by the controversial primary process and the possible implications for party cohesion in Lagos Mainland.
As consultations continue behind closed doors, discussions around political balancing and inclusiveness are said to be gaining momentum, with several stakeholders reportedly canvassing the idea of zoning the House of Representatives ticket to Ebute Metta West.
Party faithful supporting the move argued that the area has remained politically marginalised for years despite its contributions to the electoral success and grassroots strength of the APC in Lagos Mainland Federal Constituency.
According to party sources, some leaders believe that allowing Ebute Metta West to produce the party’s candidate could help address lingering grievances, strengthen unity among members, and create a more balanced political structure within the constituency.
The development has also sparked conversations around the need for the APC leadership to intervene decisively in resolving disputes arising from the primary election in order to avoid a prolonged internal crisis.
Political observers believe the intervention of APC state leaders and national figures may ultimately shape the direction of the party in Lagos Mainland as consultations continue among stakeholders.
There are also indications that loyalists of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu within the constituency are closely monitoring developments, especially as party members push for a political arrangement capable of fostering stability and inclusiveness within the APC fold.
Although the party is yet to officially announce any zoning decision or consensus arrangement, consultations among ward leaders, party stakeholders, and national figures were said to have intensified in the aftermath of the disrupted primary election.
Meanwhile, supporters of Prince Abdulhakeem Omolaja Animashahun from Ebute Metta West have continued grassroots engagements and political consultations, maintaining that the constituency requires a solution capable of strengthening party unity and ending years of perceived political imbalance within Lagos Mainland APC.
