President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated candidates who emerged victorious in Saturday’s by-elections conducted across 16 constituencies in 12 states of the federation.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Sunday, the President commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what he described as largely peaceful and credible polls.
According to the official results announced by INEC, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) secured victories in 12 constituencies, while the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) won in two, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) clinched one, and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) also claimed one seat.
Tinubu applauded the APC’s performance under its new National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, describing the outcome as an “emphatic first victory” that reflects strong leadership and effective party unity.
“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,” the President said.
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The President further commended APC governors, party leaders, and members for their roles in the party’s success, assuring Nigerians that his administration remains committed to delivering on its promises under the Renewed Hope agenda.
“To all APC faithful and the electorate, thank you for the confidence reposed in our party. Be assured that our Renewed Hope slogan is not a mere slogan. Our destination is a better, more secure and prosperous Nigeria. We shall take you there, by the Grace of God,” he added.
Tinubu also extended appreciation to all political parties and candidates who took part in the exercise, urging them to uphold the spirit of sportsmanship, fair contest, and magnanimity in order to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic culture.