A strategic hub where the PDP failed to gain expected traction.
The state was under APC governance (Governor Biodun Oyebanji), providing a seamless organizational structure.
A coordinated effort by local leaders to ensure the region delivered a block vote to the APC. 📈 Impact on the National Race
Rural areas where the "structure" of the APC outperformed the digital surge of the Labour Party. 🔑 Factors Behind the Margin
In a state known for its high literacy rates and political consciousness, the 13 LGAs mentioned in the report formed the core of Tinubu’s dominant performance. He secured a total of across the state, leaving his closest rivals significantly behind. The Competition Atiku Abubakar (PDP): Finished second with 89,554 votes . Peter Obi (LP): Finished third with 11,397 votes . Rabiu Kwankwaso (NNPP): Secured 264 votes . 📍 Performance Across Key LGAs
Several reasons contributed to why Tinubu defeated Obi and Atiku so soundly in these 13 LGAs: