Ahead of the forthcoming Edo Central Senatorial by election, the caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the area says it has unanimously adopted Mr. Joe Ikpea as its candidate.
The caucus in a statement Monday, June 30, 2025, signed by the State Deputy Chairman of the party, Sylvester Aigboboh, said the decision was reached at a meeting held in Benin City on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
The statement described his emergence as a demonstration of unity and purpose within the Edo Central APC family. It added that party leaders and stakeholders resolved to rally behind Ikpea.
The caucus urged all party members, supporters, and stakeholders across Edo Central to close ranks and give maximum support to Ikpea’s candidacy to secure victory for the party in the election.
Ikpea had served as Edo State Commissioner for Minerals, Oil, and Gas, as well as Executive Chairman of Esan South East Local Government Area.
