Ondo Senator dismisses claims of automatic APC tickets for lawmakers

The Senator representing Ondo North Senatorial District, Senator Jide Ipinsagba, has dismissed as unfounded the rumoured plan by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to grant automatic return tickets to all federal lawmakers ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Ipinsagba, who spoke with journalists in Akure, maintained that no such resolution had been reached by the party at any level, describing the speculation as baseless.

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Public Affairs said, “As a procedural person, anything that is not documented, I don’t give credence to it.

“It’s merely an insinuation; people are thinking ahead of time. If it’s just the opinion of some individuals, who am I to fault it? But to the best of my knowledge, no such decision has been made anywhere.”

While acknowledging that rewarding performance could encourage effective representation, Ipinsagba emphasized that future party decisions should be guided by merit and performance—not sentiment.

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Reflecting on his two-year legislative tenure, the senator highlighted various interventions he has facilitated across the six local government areas in his district, particularly in infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

“My constituents remain my top priority. We have recorded meaningful progress in critical sectors, including education, health, and infrastructure. But we are not relenting; there is still more work to be done, especially on ongoing projects.”

On efforts to improve the region’s technological capacity, Ipinsagba disclosed that plans are underway to establish an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) hub in Ikare-Akoko, which he said would soon receive federal approval.

Addressing the deteriorating condition of federal roads within Ondo North, the senator admitted the situation was worrisome but assured that he was actively engaging relevant federal agencies to address the challenges.

“We are lobbying consistently for intervention on our roads. It’s a major concern, and we’re not leaving any stone unturned,” he stated.

Speaking on the proposed creation of Ose State, the senator noted that the initiative has passed its first reading in the House of Representatives.

Ipinsagba assured that the Senate would subject the bill to a thorough review when it reaches the upper chamber.

“The bill is still in its early stages. But once it comes before us in the Senate, we will engage in robust discussions and ensure that the interests of the people are fully represented,” he affirmed.

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