Full Results: APC Dominates Governorship Races Nationwide Under Tinubu

Full Results: APC Dominates Governorship Races Nationwide Under TinubuSince President Bola Tinubu’s inauguration on May 29, 2023, five Nigerian states have held gubernatorial elections, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) securing victories in four of them. These elections were conducted outside the regular election cycle, often due to unique legal circumstances that altered the scheduled timing.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In Nigeria, off-cycle elections occur outside the general election period, which happens every four years and includes Presidential, National Assembly, Gubernatorial, and State House of Assembly elections. However, some states hold their gubernatorial elections independently due to court rulings, legal disputes, or election tribunal decisions. This article explores the origins of these off-cycle elections and the results of the most recent gubernatorial polls.

What Are Off-Cycle Elections?

Off-cycle elections are those held outside the standard four-year election schedule. They usually arise due to judicial decisions, such as tribunal rulings that annul election results and order re-elections. States that experience legal challenges or other disruptions to their electoral processes are required to conduct elections independently of the general electoral cycle.

Several states have become known for holding off-cycle gubernatorial elections, including Bayelsa, Kogi, Anambra, Imo, Osun, Ondo, Edo, and Ekiti. These elections have become a regular part of the political landscape following various court rulings and disputes over election results.

Origins of Off-Cycle Elections

Since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999, various legal challenges have led to re-elections in several states. Key moments in the country’s electoral history have shaped the frequency of off-cycle elections:

•Anambra State: Peter Obi’s tribunal victory in 2006 reset the election cycle in Anambra.

•Bayelsa State: A 2008 court ruling annulled Timipre Sylva’s initial victory, leading to a fresh election.

•Edo State: Adams Oshiomhole’s tribunal victory in 2008 led to a re-election.

•Ekiti State: A 2010 ruling overturned Segun Oni’s election, resulting in a re-run.

•Imo State: In 2020, the Supreme Court’s controversial ruling declared Hope Uzodinma the winner, altering the state’s electoral history.

These cases and others have led to the establishment of off-cycle elections as a regular feature in some Nigerian states.

Recent Gubernatorial Elections

Since President Tinubu’s inauguration, five states have held gubernatorial elections. Here’s a breakdown of the results:

1.Bayelsa State (2023):

•Winner: Douye Diri (PDP) – 175,196 votes

•Runner-Up: Timipre Sylva (APC) – 110,108 votes

•Labour Party Candidate: Udengs Eradiri – 905 votes

2.Kogi State (2023):

•Winner: Ahmed Ododo (APC) – 446,237 votes

•Runner-Up: Murtala Yakubu (SDP) – 259,052 votes

•Third Place: Dino Melaye (PDP) – 46,362 votes

3.Imo State (2023):

•Winner: Hope Uzodinma (APC) – 540,308 votes

•Runner-Up: Samuel Anyanwu (PDP) – 71,503 votes

•Labour Party Candidate: Athan Achonu – 64,081 votes

4.Edo State (2024):

•Winner: Monday Okpebholo (APC) – 291,667 votes

•Runner-Up: Asue Ighodalo (PDP) – 247,274 votes

•Labour Party Candidate: Olumide Akpata – 22,763 votes

5.Ondo State (2024):

•Winner: Lucky Aiyedatiwa (APC) – 366,781 votes

•Runner-Up: Agboola Ajayi (PDP) – 117,845 votes

•Labour Party Candidate: Olorunfemi Ayodele – votes not specified

The APC’s Dominance

Off-cycle elections continue to shape Nigeria’s political environment. In recent polls, the APC has dominated, securing victories in four out of the five states that held elections. This growing influence of the APC underscores the party’s continued dominance, particularly under the leadership of President Tinubu.

As these states move forward with their new leadership, the APC’s successes in off-cycle elections highlight the party’s sustained political strength and its ability to influence governance at the state level.

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