Jarret Tenebe reelected APC chairman in Edo state.

* as other EXCO members return unopposed.

By Pen Pushers On Mar 4, 2026 70,011 0

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The All Progressive Congress, APC, in Edo State has reelected Emperor Jarret Tenebe as chairman to run the party for another four-year term.

Also reelected in a consensus party congress are Deputy Chairman Sylvester Aigbogbor, State Secretary Lawrence Okah, and other members of the immediate past executive.

Inaugurating the new 36-man EXCO, the Chairman of the National Congress Committee, Hon. Kabiru Ajana, said the committee was mandated to conduct elections into the 36 vacant APC executive positions in Edo State.

According to him, the exercise demonstrated unity within the party, as all 36 positions were returned unopposed after the screening process, with no appeals received.

Ajana, who presided over the congress, commended Governor Okpebholo for fostering unity within the Edo APC and urged other states to emulate the example.

In his acceptance speech, Tenebe said the re-elected executive had formally endorsed President Tinubu and Governor Okpebholo for second terms, noting that both leaders have demonstrated strong performance and improved the lives of Nigerians and Edo residents.

Citing what he described as quality representation, Tenebe also announced the endorsement of former Edo State governor and senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, for a second term in the Senate.

He commended delegates for their trust and overwhelming confidence in the executive, pledging that the team would pilot the affairs of the party to greater heights.

Tenebe also thanked party faithful for their unwavering support, which he said helped the party weather challenging periods and remain united.

Tenebe noted that the period coincides with the implementation of Governor Okpebholo’s SHINE Agenda, which he described as a transformational blueprint aimed at repositioning Edo State for sustainable development.

He maintained that the APC remains fully committed to supporting the successful implementation of the agenda.

Also speaking, Oshiomhole thanked delegates for re-electing the Tenebe-led executive, describing the exercise as seamless and symbolic of party unity in Edo State.

“ I thank all the delegates for a seamless exercise which symbolizes the unity of the party in Edo State. This unity makes a bold statement about the leadership of Governor Okpebholo. We celebrate the governor for the unity in the party,” he said.

Other dignitaries at the state congress included Minister for Regional Development Abubakar Momoh; the deputy governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa; the secretary to the Edo State Government, Barr. Musa Ikhilor; and other top party leaders and members.