The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the results of the Ekiti State governorship election for Oye Local Government Area, the home local government of former Governor Kayode Fayemi. The announcement was made on June 21, 2026, as part of the ongoing collation of results across the state.
APC Dominates in Oye LGA
According to INEC, the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured 18,975 votes in Oye LGA, significantly outpacing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which garnered 2,891 votes. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate placed third with 998 votes. The result underscores the APC's stronghold in the area, which is traditionally a party stronghold.
Significance of Oye LGA Results
Oye LGA is politically significant as it is the home local government of former Governor Kayode Fayemi, a prominent APC chieftain. The result here is seen as a bellwether for the overall election outcome. The APC's overwhelming victory in this LGA may signal a broader trend in the state.
The election is being closely watched as a test of the APC's popularity in Ekiti State, which has seen alternating control between the APC and PDP in recent years. The PDP candidate, who has not yet commented on the result, will need to perform strongly in other LGAs to close the gap.
Next Steps in the Election Process
INEC officials are expected to continue announcing results from other local government areas in the coming hours. The final declaration of the winner will be made after all 16 LGAs have been collated. Observers have noted that the process has been largely peaceful, with no major incidents reported.
This result comes amid heightened political activity in the state, with both major parties deploying heavyweights to campaign. The APC has expressed confidence in retaining the governorship seat, while the PDP has alleged irregularities in some areas, though no official complaints have been lodged with INEC.
