Senator Shehu Sani has predicted that Governor Biodun Oyebanji will emerge victorious in the ongoing governorship election in Ekiti State. The Kaduna Central Senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) expressed confidence in the ruling party's success, attributing it to the facilitation efforts of Governor Uba Sani.
Shehu Sani's Statement on Ekiti Decides
In a post on his X handle @ShehuSani as polling unit results trickle in, Sani stated: “Ekiti Decides: I believe that Governor Uba Sani will help in positively facilitating the victory of the ruling party in the state.” This comment has drawn mixed reactions from the public, with some questioning the integrity of the electoral process.
Public Reactions and Concerns Over Election Integrity
Reactions to Sani's prediction have highlighted concerns about potential rigging by the APC. @AyoAluko2 commented: “Facilitating victory or help perfect the rigging....Our Comrade has fallen flat..He's now supporting election rigging...chai.” @ProfMite added: “Yesooo...the reported vote buying and all other machinations. We already have an idea of the APCs plan for 2027. The dress rehearsal is clear. Nigerians will be waiting. And as usual you'll go since you're part of the system.”
@onyokpo questioned the role of Governor Uba Sani: “What can Uba Sani do to facilitate victory for APC? He has no vote to cast there, he has now direct or indirect influence on any electorate. How can he legitimately do that? Are you thinking that is going to bring money for vote buying or what exactly do you think he could do to influence votes in favor of his party?” @MaifataTech echoed the sentiment: “How could he really influence it?” Meanwhile, @Shawnbarth8 expressed support: “Yes o, Governor Uba Sani never disappoint.”
Oyebanji's Landslide Victory at Polling Unit
Governor Oyebanji secured a landslide victory in his polling unit, PU 03, Ward 06, polling 326 votes for the APC. Other political parties lagged significantly, with the ADP, ADC, and AAC combining for only 4 votes. This result underscores the strong support for the incumbent governor in his local area.
The Ekiti State governorship election continues to draw attention as results from various polling units are collated. The outcome will determine the political direction of the state and has implications for the APC's strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections.
