The spokesperson of the Nigerian Senate, Yemi Adaramodu, has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election for Ekiti South Senatorial District after polling 12,200 votes to secure the party’s ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Adaramodu recorded victory in what political observers described as a keenly contested and high-profile primary, defeating two prominent figures within the party. Former Senate Minority Leader, Biodun Olujimi, came second with 7,420 votes, while former member of the House of Representatives, Bamidele Faparusi, polled 5,502 votes.
The exercise, held across the Ekiti South Senatorial District, attracted significant attention due to the calibre of aspirants involved and the strategic importance of the district within the APC political structure in Ekiti State.
Announcing the results, the Chairman of the APC Primary Election Committee, Adedoyin, said the process was conducted in compliance with the constitution of the party and established electoral guidelines.
According to him, Adaramodu fulfilled all constitutional and party requirements and emerged with the highest number of lawful votes cast by delegates during the primary election.
“With the total votes recorded, Senator Yemi Adaramodu is hereby declared the winner of the APC senatorial primary election for Ekiti South Senatorial District and returned as the duly elected candidate of the party for the forthcoming senatorial election,” he stated.
The victory is being viewed as a significant political milestone for Adaramodu and a further consolidation of his growing influence within the APC in Ekiti State.
Political analysts said his triumph over experienced politicians such as Olujimi and Faparusi reinforced his standing ahead of the 2027 general elections and reflects his acceptance among party stakeholders and loyalists across the district.
The outcome of the primary has continued to generate reactions within political circles in the state, with supporters describing the contest as a demonstration of internal party democracy and the competitive nature of the APC in Ekiti South Senatorial District.
