Latest news on apc presidential primary election
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has concluded its presidential primary election, and the results are as follows:
Winner: Bola Tinubu, former Governor of Lagos State, emerged as the winner of the APC presidential primary election with 1,271 votes.
Runners-up:
- Ahmed Lawan, Senate President, received 152 votes.
- Yahaya Bello, Governor of Kogi State, received 52 votes.
- Rotimi Amaechi, former Governor of Rivers State, received 40 votes.
- Kayode Fayemi, Governor of Ekiti State, received 33 votes.
- Ibikunle Amosun, former Governor of Ogun State, received 30 votes.
- Ogbonnaya Onu, Minister of Science and Technology, received 24 votes.
- Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment, received 19 votes.
- Ben Ayade, Governor of Cross River State, received 10 votes.
- Orji Uzor Kalu, former Governor of Abia State, received 5 votes.
Total votes cast: 2,322
Invalid votes: 14
Turnout: 96.5%
The primary election was held on June 8, 2022, at the Eagles Square in Abuja, Nigeria. The election was conducted by the APC National Working Committee (NWC) in accordance with the party's constitution and guidelines.
Tinubu, who is a strong contender for the APC presidential ticket, has been a key figure in the party since its inception in 2013. He has been a vocal critic of the current administration and has been pushing for a change in leadership.
The APC presidential primary election is seen as a crucial step towards the party's 2023 presidential election, which is expected to be a closely contested race between the APC, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and other parties.
Here are some reactions to the outcome of the primary election:
- President Muhammadu Buhari, the APC national leader, congratulated Tinubu on his victory, saying it was a testament to his popularity and acceptability within the party.
- Tinubu thanked the party members for their support and promised to work hard to ensure the APC wins the 2023 presidential election.
- Other APC chieftains, including Senate President Ahmed Lawan and Governor Yahaya Bello, congratulated Tinubu on his victory and pledged their support for his presidential bid.
The outcome of the APC presidential primary election is expected to have a significant impact on the party's chances in the 2023 presidential election.