This was contained in a press statement by the Director of Communication and Media of Iyamu’s Campaign Organisation, Mr. John Mayaki.

According to the statement, the disqualification of Obaseki by the APC screening committee was premised on a bold insistence of fairness, accountability, and transparency.

The statement read in part, “I wish to send my deepest gratitude to all the members of our great party, the All Progressives Congress, for joyful cooperation that led to a seamless but thorough screening exercise.

I urge all the members of our party whose indefatigable commitment, loyalty, and cooperation has led to the success we experienced in recent times, to remain focused and committed to our general ambition as a party, and in the same vein pursuant of our personal political dreams in light of our progressive philosophy.

In the meantime, former APC National chairman; Oyegun has said the disqualification of Oyegun will definitely affect the party in the forthcoming election.

“As we prepare for the primaries and the election itself, it is time we bind together and close ranks, remembering that the greatest goal is the progress of Edo State, the moving forward of our great homeland, and the betterment of life for all of its people.”