Politics Or Comedy Show?’ – Basiru Takes Swipe At ADC After FCT Polls

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola Basiru, has taken a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its criticism of the recent Federal Capital Territory (FCT) elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking on Tuesday during an appearance on Arise Television’s “Prime Time,” Basiru suggested that the ADC’s complaints stem from the poor performance of its candidate at the polls.

According to him, while the APC focused on mobilising supporters, building structures, and planning strategically, other parties were not taking politics seriously.

“Sometimes people turn themselves into comedians even though they are in the political arena,” he said.

He noted that despite the election being held two weeks ago, opposition parties were still alleging that the process was not free and fair simply because they suffered heavy defeats.

“Before the election, they claimed the FCT polls would be a signpost for 2027. Out of 62 councillorship seats, they didn’t win one. Out of six chairmanship positions, they didn’t secure a single seat,” Basiru stated, adding that the APC also clinched two bye-elections conducted the same day in Rivers and Kano states.

Meanwhile, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, attributed the APC’s strong showing in the FCT Area Council elections to President Bola Tinubu’s directive to prioritise development in satellite communities.

The APC won five out of six chairmanship seats in the FCT Area Council elections held on 21 February 2026.

During his first monthly media briefing of the year in Abuja, Wike explained that the party’s success was rooted in its outreach beyond the city centre.

He disclosed that President Tinubu had instructed him to ensure residents in satellite towns felt the tangible impact of governance.

“Let’s be honest. If we had focused only on the city, who would have defeated this government in the FCT election? Historically, ruling parties struggle in the city because residents are vocal but often do not turn out to vote,” Wike said.

He emphasised the importance of extending development efforts to underserved communities, noting that areas such as Karu, Kabusa, and Wasa witnessed strong voter turnout due to visible government projects.

“The President said we must go to the satellite towns and let them feel the presence of government. And we did. When you visit these communities, you see the enthusiasm of the people. That’s where the votes came from,” he added.

Wike further pointed out that voter apathy was more evident within the city centre, while residents of satellite towns turned out in large numbers, ultimately securing the APC’s majority victory in the elections.