In a significant political development, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared the winner of the Local Government elections held on Saturday in Kwara State. Mohammed Baba-Okanla, chairman of the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC), announced the results in the early hours of Sunday at the commission’s headquarters.
The electoral process spanned all 16 Local Government Areas and 193 wards within the state, witnessing participation from five political parties, APC, Action Peoples Party (APM), People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Social Democratic Party (SDP), and Accord.
In his announcement, Baba-Okanla emphasized the thoroughness of the electoral process, stating, “After meticulous collation and verification, the APC has emerged victorious in all categories.”
The party’s dominance was clear, as it secured all 16 chairmanship positions and all 193 councilorship seats.
The outcome solidifies the APC’s control over local governance in Kwara State, a notable feat amid an increasingly competitive political landscape.
Observers have noted the implications of this victory for the APC’s broader strategy leading into future elections.
Reactions from opposition parties have yet to materialize, but the sweeping success of the APC raises questions about the electoral climate in the state and the potential responses from rival parties in upcoming political engagements.
The KWSIEC has reiterated its commitment to transparency and fairness in the electoral process, underscoring the importance of public trust in democratic practices.