While Peter Obi had a strong social media presence, the Labour Party lacked the grassroots polling agents required to compete in rural Ekiti.
The state was under APC governance (Governor Biodun Oyebanji), providing a seamless organizational structure.
The "significant margin" reported by outlets like Legitvibes was most visible in the following key areas where the APC machinery was most effective: While Peter Obi had a strong social media
Traditional strongholds that remained loyal to the ruling party.
A strategic hub where the PDP failed to gain expected traction. A strategic hub where the PDP failed to
The 2023 Presidential Election in Ekiti State was a decisive victory for Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC). While the national race was characterized by a three-way split, the results in Ekiti reflected a strong, localized mandate for the APC candidate, who cleared all 16 Local Government Areas (LGAs). 🗳️ The Ekiti Sweep
Many voters viewed Tinubu as the "home-grown" candidate for the Southwest (Yoruba) region. 🗳️ The Ekiti Sweep Many voters viewed Tinubu
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
