2023 Presidential Election: Tinubu Defeats Obi And Atiku By A Significant Margin In 13 Lgas In The State Of Ekiti - Legitvibes Apr 2026

While Peter Obi had a strong social media presence, the Labour Party lacked the grassroots polling agents required to compete in rural Ekiti.

The 2023 Presidential Election in Ekiti State was a decisive victory for Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC). While the national race was characterized by a three-way split, the results in Ekiti reflected a strong, localized mandate for the APC candidate, who cleared all 16 Local Government Areas (LGAs). 🗳️ The Ekiti Sweep While Peter Obi had a strong social media

Ekiti was the first state to officially announce its full results at the National Collation Centre in Abuja. This early lead set a psychological tone for the APC's path to victory, proving that despite the "Obidient" movement's momentum in other southern states, Ekiti remained a solid fortress for the APC. 🗳️ The Ekiti Sweep Ekiti was the first

In a state known for its high literacy rates and political consciousness, the 13 LGAs mentioned in the report formed the core of Tinubu’s dominant performance. He secured a total of across the state, leaving his closest rivals significantly behind. The Competition Atiku Abubakar (PDP): Finished second with 89,554 votes . Peter Obi (LP): Finished third with 11,397 votes . Rabiu Kwankwaso (NNPP): Secured 264 votes . 📍 Performance Across Key LGAs He secured a total of across the state,

A coordinated effort by local leaders to ensure the region delivered a block vote to the APC. 📈 Impact on the National Race