President Bola Tinubu won the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary by a landslide in Jigawa, Ogun, and Imo states on Saturday [1].
The results signal a strong internal consolidation of power within the ruling party as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections [1]. This early momentum suggests a level of party unity behind the incumbent leader ahead of the national contest.
In Jigawa State, the victory was decisive. Tinubu secured 206,520 votes [2]. His challenger in that state, Osifor Stanley, received zero votes [2].
The primary process across these three states was designed to select the APC candidate for the upcoming presidential race [1]. The landslide nature of the wins in the North, West, and Southeast regions of the country indicates broad support for the president's continued leadership across different geopolitical zones.
Party officials oversaw the voting process in Jigawa, Ogun, and Imo to ensure the legitimacy of the candidate selection [1]. While the party continues to organize across other states, the results from these regions establish a significant lead for the president.
“President Bola Tinubu won the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary by a landslide”
The overwhelming margins of victory, particularly the total absence of votes for a challenger in Jigawa, suggest a high degree of party discipline or a lack of viable opposition within the APC. By securing these states early, Tinubu reduces the likelihood of a contested convention, effectively clearing his path to the 2027 nomination.
