Tinubu wins big in Yobe APC presidential primary
Bola Tinubu achieved a decisive victory in the All Progressives Congress presidential primary election in Yobe State, securing a large majority of the votes. The results were announced in Damaturu by Governor Mai Mala Buni, who served as the collation officer. Tinubu defeated his only challenger, Osifo Stanley, who did not receive any votes. The governor praised the peaceful conduct of the election and the strong support shown by party members.
Key takeaways
- Bola Tinubu received 253,804 votes, representing 91.5 percent of registered APC members in Yobe State.
- Osifo Stanley, the only challenger, scored zero votes in the primary election.
- Governor Mai Mala Buni described Yobe as a stronghold of the APC and a “second home” to Tinubu.
- The governor assured that Yobe State would fully support Tinubu in the upcoming general election.
- The primary saw participation from APC members across all 17 local government areas, with a large turnout and peaceful conduct.
