Samuel Apata, the lawmaker representing Somolu Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has called on President Bola Tinubu to step into the controversy surrounding the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election. Apata claims he was unjustly denied the party’s return ticket despite securing a clear victory at the polls.
Speaking during an interview in Lagos on Wednesday, Apata stated that he won the primary decisively with 9,081 votes, yet the candidate declared was a distant third with only 677 votes. He expressed confidence in President Tinubu’s commitment to justice, noting his loyalty to the APC and belief that the party’s ideals will prevail.
Apata recounted his political journey, including two bids for the chairmanship of Bariga Local Council Development Area and two attempts at the House of Assembly before winning in 2023. He highlighted achievements such as rehabilitating Ariyo and Grace streets and constructing or renovating six schools in Bariga.
The lawmaker pledged continued support for the Tinubu administration while hoping for a fair resolution of the primary issues. He emphasized that his three years in the legislature have equipped him to deliver more effective representation if granted a second term.