In a stunning upset, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has emerged victorious over the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, in the Lagos State presidential election.
The result was announced at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Lagos State collation centre in Yaba, following the collation of results from all nine local government areas won by Obi.
Obi, who won in Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Amuwo-Odofin, Eti-Osa, Ikeja, Kosofe, Oshodi-Isolo, Somolu, Ojo and Alimosho, polled a total of 582,454 votes, while Tinubu garnered 572,606 votes from the remaining 10 local government areas which he won.
The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, trailed behind with 75,750 votes, while the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, had a total of 8,8442 votes, Investors King reports.
The victory of Obi in Lagos, which is widely regarded as the stronghold of the APC, has been hailed as a major upset in the Nigerian political landscape. Many analysts attribute the defeat of Tinubu to the rising popularity of Obi and his message of change and progress, which resonated strongly with the people of Lagos.
Obi, who is a former governor of Anambra State, has promised to tackle the issue of insecurity, improve the economy, and create jobs for the youth if elected as president. His victory in Lagos is seen as a major boost to his campaign and a sign of the growing support for his vision of a better Nigeria.
The defeat of Tinubu in Lagos, which is his home state and the political base of his party, is expected to have far-reaching implications for the APC and the 2023 presidential election. It is also seen as a warning to other politicians who have become complacent and out of touch with the people they represent.
The victory of Obi in Lagos State is a clear indication that the Nigerian electorate is becoming more discerning and willing to vote for candidates based on their record of performance and vision for the future. It is a call to all politicians to be more responsive to the needs of their constituents and to work towards building a better Nigeria for all.