{"id":2756,"date":"2026-02-25T09:09:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T09:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tona.today\/?p=2756"},"modified":"2026-02-24T22:10:41","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T22:10:41","slug":"rivers-kano-fct-polls-reflect-confidence-in-tinubu-lagos-apc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tona.today\/?p=2756","title":{"rendered":"Rivers, Kano, FCT polls reflect confidence in Tinubu \u2013 Lagos APC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC)\u00a0has described the outcome of the recent by-elections in Rivers and Kano States, as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as a clear referendum on the presidency of Bola Tinubu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a statement on Sunday by its spokesman, Mogaji Seye Oladejo, the party expressed appreciation to the people of the affected constituencies and Nigerians at large for what it termed overwhelming support for the ruling party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Fireboy DML - iseoluwa (Official Video)\" width=\"980\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jhR7EtqJ4LE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Lagos APC, the resounding victories recorded by its candidates reaffirm the electorate\u2019s confidence in\u00a0President Tinubu\u2019s leadership and the administration\u2019s Renewed Hope Agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The party maintained that the results demonstrate public endorsement of ongoing economic reforms, infrastructural expansion, and institutional strengthening initiatives at both federal and state levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe outcome of the by-elections stands as a clear and unmistakable referendum on the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the progressive ideals guiding governance in our nation,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The party argued that despite what it described as attempts by opposition elements to misrepresent the direction of the country, voters delivered a decisive verdict at the polls. It added that the results reflected Nigerians\u2019 recognition of what it called bold leadership and courageous reforms, as well as an understanding that nation-building requires patience and continuity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lagos APC further stated that the elections underscored what it described as the limited electoral impact of opposition rhetoric and social media activism, noting that digital prominence did not translate into votes at the ballot box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It described the victories as a major boost for the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that the momentum generated by the by-elections signals broader national support for the APC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The party also commended the\u00a0Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)\u00a0for conducting the elections and praised security agencies for maintaining peace and order throughout the process, thereby enabling citizens to exercise their civic responsibilities in a secure environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oladejo lauded party faithful, campaign teams, and volunteers for their dedication and grassroots engagement, which he said contributed significantly to the outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He reiterated the Lagos APC\u2019s unwavering support for President Tinubu and called on all Nigerians, including members of the opposition, to collaborate in building a stronger, more prosperous, and united nation. <a href=\"https:\/\/guardian.ng\/politics\/rivers-kano-fct-polls-reflect-confidence-in-tinubu-lagos-apc\/\">(Guardian)<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC)\u00a0has described the outcome of the recent by-elections in Rivers and Kano States, as well as the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), as a clear referendum on the presidency of Bola Tinubu. 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