Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared President Bola Tinubu as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary election held in the state. The announcement was made on May 23, 2026, at 6:59 PM, as reported by Bada Yusuf.
Election Results
According to the governor, President Tinubu secured a total of 280,468 votes, while his sole contender, Stanley Osifo, received zero votes in the oil-rich state. The declaration solidifies Tinubu's position as the APC candidate for the upcoming presidential election in Rivers.
Official Announcement
Governor Fubara made the announcement via his official Twitter handle, sharing a video of the moment. The post quickly garnered attention from political observers and party supporters. The governor emphasized the transparency of the primary process and congratulated the president on his victory.
This development comes amid ongoing political activities in Rivers State, which remains a key battleground for the APC. The party's primary has been closely watched, as it sets the stage for the general elections.
Bada Yusuf, the Politics and Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng, reported this story. Yusuf holds a B.A. in Literature from Obafemi Awolowo University and a Diploma in Mass Communication. He has over five years of experience in journalism and has received certificates in Google's Advanced Digital Reporting and News Lab workshops. He previously worked as an Editor with OperaNews and was awarded Best Editor of the Year for Politics and Current Affairs Desk in 2023 by Legit.ng.
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