The APC dominated Ogun State's local government elections, securing all 20 chairmanship and 236 councillorship seats. Governor Dapo Abiodun praised voter turnout and security efforts, attributing the victory to his administration's impactful projects. OGSIEC reported over 613,000 votes cast, marking a significant milestone in Ogun's democratic process.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) secured a decisive victory in the Ogun State local government elections, winning all 20 chairmanship and 236 councillorship seats. Babatunde Osibodu, chairman of the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC), announced the results on Sunday in Abeokuta, confirming the party's dominance.
Governor Dapo Abiodun, who cast his vote on Saturday, praised the strong voter turnout, attributing it to the public's trust in democratic processes. He also commended OGSIEC for ensuring electoral materials reached all areas and applauded security agencies for maintaining peace throughout the election.
Ahead of the polls, Governor Abiodun expressed confidence in the APC’s victory, citing the “intimidating projects” executed by his administration as evidence of the party’s impact. He emphasized that these achievements had effectively neutralized opposition efforts in the state.
The elections recorded 613,156 votes across 236 wards, showcasing Ogun residents' active participation in local governance. Governor Abiodun described feedback from the field as positive and lauded the collaborative efforts of security agencies, including the Nigeria Police, NSCDC, DSS, and Amotekun Corps, in ensuring a smooth electoral process.
This overwhelming victory underscores the APC’s continued influence in Ogun State politics while highlighting the effectiveness of Governor Abiodun’s administration in swaying public support through visible developmental projects.
