President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the winners of Saturday’s by-elections held across 16 constituencies in 12 states, praising the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what he described as largely peaceful and credible polls.
According to results declared by INEC, the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured victories in 12 constituencies, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) won in two, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) claimed one seat each.
The President also commended the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, on the party’s first electoral success under his leadership. He further applauded APC governors and leaders for their roles in the outcome of the elections.
“Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda has shown leadership capacity and demonstrated what is achievable when popular candidates are fielded and with unity of purpose among party leaders,” Tinubu said.
He thanked APC members and the electorate for their support, assuring them that the administration’s Renewed Hope agenda would deliver a more secure and prosperous Nigeria.
The President also urged all political parties and candidates to sustain the spirit of sportsmanship and fair competition, which he said are vital for strengthening democracy in the country.
