Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has set up a high-level committee to screen aspirants seeking the governorship ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the next election cycle.
The committee is chaired by Chief Bolaji Ayorinde, who also serves as Chairman of the Governor’s Advisory Council.
Membership of the panel is drawn from both the PDP Elders Council and the Governor’s Advisory Council, a move party insiders say reflects a deliberate effort to ensure a thorough and consultative screening process.
Findings indicate that the committee commenced its assignment on Saturday, with several aspirants appearing before it for assessment.
Those reportedly screened include Hon. Adedeji Olajide, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, Bimbo Adekanmbi, and Debo Ogundoyin.
Sources within the party disclosed that the exercise is designed to assess the credentials, experience, and overall acceptability of the aspirants as the PDP positions itself to field a strong candidate in the forthcoming governorship race.
The screening process is also expected to promote internal consensus within the party.
The exercise will continue into next week, with additional aspirants scheduled to appear before the committee.
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