The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Rabiu Aiki of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner of the Kebbi by-election for the Zuru State Constituency.
The Kebbi by-election winner secured a landslide victory over other candidates in the contest.
Kebbi By-Election Winner Scores Massive Victory
INEC announced the result at the collation centre in Kebbi State.
The Returning Officer, Muhammad Danladi of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi, declared Rabiu Aiki as the winner.
According to the official result, Aiki polled 4,871 votes.
His closest rival, Aliyu Muhammad of the Labour Party (LP), received 168 votes.
The result gave the APC candidate a comfortable victory in the by-election.
INEC Announces Official Result
The election was one of several by-elections conducted across Nigeria.
It was held alongside the Ekiti State governorship election.
Furthermore, political observers closely monitored the contest because it was seen as an early test before the 2027 general elections.
Many stakeholders followed the outcome with great interest.
Questions Over ADC and NDC Absence
After the declaration of the Kebbi by-election winner, attention shifted to the absence of some opposition parties.
Many Nigerians questioned why the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) did not participate.
Some political analysts believe the election could have provided an opportunity for the parties to test their popularity.
However, neither party featured prominently in the contest.
Nigerians React to Kebbi By-Election Winner
The announcement triggered reactions on social media.
Some Nigerians argued that elections are won through strong grassroots support.
Others said voters often choose candidates instead of political parties.
Meanwhile, some citizens called for improvements to Nigeria’s electoral system.
They argued that electronic voting could increase transparency and public confidence.
APC Strengthens Position in Kebbi
The victory further strengthens the APC’s influence in Kebbi State.
In addition, it gives the ruling party momentum ahead of future elections.
Political observers believe by-election results often provide clues about voter behaviour.
Therefore, many parties will study the outcome as preparations for 2027 continue.
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