2023 Presidential Election: Tinubu Defeats Obi And Atiku By A Significant Margin In 13 Lgas In The State Of Ekiti - Legitvibes Instant
A coordinated effort by local leaders to ensure the region delivered a block vote to the APC. 📈 Impact on the National Race
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. A coordinated effort by local leaders to ensure
While Peter Obi had a strong social media presence, the Labour Party lacked the grassroots polling agents required to compete in rural Ekiti. While Peter Obi had a strong social media
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 The Competition Atiku Abubakar (PDP): Finished second with
The state was under APC governance (Governor Biodun Oyebanji), providing a seamless organizational structure.
Many voters viewed Tinubu as the "home-grown" candidate for the Southwest (Yoruba) region.