APC wins all Borno local government chairmanship seats
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured victory in all 27 local government chairmanship seats in Borno State. The results were officially announced by the Borno State Independent Electoral Commission (BOSIEC) chairman, Alhaji Tahiru Shettima, at a news conference on June 5, 2025. BOSIEC stated that the elections were free, fair, and open to all interested parties, with six political parties participating. The newly elected chairmen have been urged to focus on grassroots development and reflect on the importance of local governance.
Key takeaways
- The APC won chairmanship seats in all 27 local governments during the Borno council polls held on June 5, 2025.
- BOSIEC chairman Alhaji Tahiru Shettima emphasized the transparency and inclusiveness of the election process.
- Only six political parties, including APC, NNPP, SDP, LP, and PRP, participated in the elections.
- The BOSIEC returning officers were selected from academia and technocratic backgrounds to ensure credibility.
- Elected chairmen were encouraged to prioritize providing social amenities and to recognize the significance of local government to the people.
