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In the aftermath of the Ondo gubernatorial elections, political heavyweight Jimoh Ibrahim, who had previously boasted of a surge in popularity following the passing of Governor Akeredolu, faced a stark reality as election results placed him in fourth position.

Despite his assertions, Ibrahim's bid for the governorship fell short, raising questions about the efficacy of his campaign strategies and the accuracy of his claims. The election outcome has sparked discussions among political analysts and citizens alike, with many dissecting the factors behind Ibrahim's underwhelming performance.

Some attribute his defeat to a lack of grassroots support or missteps in his campaign messaging, while others point to broader shifts in Ondo's political landscape. Regardless, Ibrahim's failure to secure a significant share of the vote underscores the complexities of Nigerian politics and the challenges faced by aspirants seeking to navigate its ever-changing currents.

As the dust settles, attention turns to the implications of this outcome for Ibrahim's political future and the trajectory of governance in Ondo State.

Full Results of Ondo governorship primary election:
  1. ILAJE LG:
    • Lucky Aiyedatiwa: 2,485
    • Wale Akinterinwa: 26
    • Olusola Oke: 2,511
    • Jimoh Ibrahim: 589
  2. Ile Oluji/Okeigbo:
    • Jimoh Ibrahim: 282
    • Aiyedatiwa: 1225
    • WA: 474
  3. Ondo West LG:
    • Jimoh Ibrahim: 2668
    • Aiyedatiwa: 10610
  4. ESE-ODO LG:
    • Aiyedatiwa: 298
    • Akinterinwa: 0
    • Oke: 147
    • Jimoh Ibrahim: 174
  5. OWO LG:
    • Aiyedatiwa: 2,123
    • Akinterinwa: 345
    • Oke: 225
    • Jimoh Ibrahim: 192
    1. IDANRE LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 1,579
      • Akinterinwa: 119
      • Oke: 225
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 120
    2. AKOKO NORTH EAST LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 1,664
      • Akinterinwa: 135
      • Oke: 138
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 505
    3. AKOKO NORTH WEST LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 5,430
      • Akinterinwa: 198
      • Oke: 2,721
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 728
    4. AKOKO SOUTH EAST LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 2,533
      • Akinterinwa: 43
      • Oke: 391
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 67
    5. AKOKO SOUTH WEST LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 2,747
      • Akinterinwa: 272
      • Oke: 415
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 466
    6. NO RESULT FOR IFEDORE LGA:
      • All aspirants scored zero according to the returning officer due to an alleged shooting.
    7. OSE LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 1,091
      • Akinterinwa: 39
      • Oke: 800
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 267
    8. IRELE LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 1,203
      • Akinterinwa: 15
      • Oke: 93
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 139
    9. ODIGBO LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 2,631
      • Akinterinwa: 114
      • Oke: 138
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 845
    10. AKURE NORTH LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 2,860
      • Akinterinwa: 177
      • Oke: 1,239
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 1,606
    11. AKURE SOUTH LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 3,265
      • Akinterinwa: 86
      • Oke: 328
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 294
    12. OKITIPUPA LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 1,622
      • Akinterinwa: 27
      • Oke: 1,571
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 109
    13. ONDO EAST LG:
      • Aiyedatiwa: 4,803
      • Akinterinwa: 141
      • Oke: 1,171
      • Jimoh Ibrahim: 406