The All Progressives Congress (APC), Lagos Chapter has reassured that the selection of cabinet members for the 20 Local Government Councils and 37 Local Council Development Areas will follow the laid down rules and internal party guidelines.
The party gave the assurance in a statement issued on Monday by its Spokesman, Seye Oladejo, while reacting to the allegation of planned imposition of council appointees.
It would be recalled that some members of the party staged a peaceful protest at the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Lagos APC said that at the state level it only plays an advisory role, denying allegation to impose nomination on any local government.
The statement read “Our attention has been drawn to the reported protest at the Lagos State House of Assembly concerning the constitution of local government cabinets. We wish to recognize , acknowledge and respect the rights of party stakeholders and members to express grievances in a democratic manner. Peaceful protests are a legitimate feature of civic engagement, and we commend those who have conducted themselves calmly and orderly.
” We wish to reassure that the selection of cabinet members for the 20 Local Government Councils and 37 Local Council Development Areas will follow the laid down rules and the internal party guidelines and the proposition by local leadership of the party after due consultations. Please note that party at the state level only plays an advisory role. The party hereby vehemently denies any allegation to impose nomination on any local government”.
The party advised interested members to approach their local leadership, saying the grassroots leadership is the custodian of the powers to nominate, adding “We remain committed to constructive dialogue to review concerns and disputes to ensure fair outcomes in line with party values.
“We appeal for constructive participation and plead with the protesters to channel their concerns through official party organs. Our structures exist precisely to address dissent, evaluate claims, and foster unity. APC remains confident in its capacity to resolve internal issues without external escalation.Our ultimate goal is stability within both the party and the state governance structure.
“We trust our leadership at various levels to follow the guidelines and endeavor to be fair to all and sundry. We urge patience and understanding on the part of the protesters in order to achieve the desired objectives”.
