Rivers Election: APC Wins 20 LGAs, Breakdown of Results Released
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) has recorded many victories in Rivers State, winning 20 out of 23 local government areas in the latest council elections
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) which has historically dominated the state, secured only three LGAs, Port Harcourt, Obio Akpor, and Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni
- RSIEC Chairman Dr Michael Odey formally announced the results, marking a significant political shift in the state’s post-1999 history
According to official results announced by Dr Michael Odey, Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), the APC secured wins across 20 LGAs, leaving the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with just three councils.
The PDP retained control of Port Harcourt, Obio Akpor, and Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni—areas traditionally seen as strongholds of the party.
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Dr Odey made the declaration at the RSIEC headquarters in Port Harcourt, where he confirmed the results and commended the peaceful conduct of the polls.
He stated that the elections were held in accordance with electoral guidelines and reflected the will of the electorate.
The outcome marks the first time since 1999 that the APC has claimed such a dominant position in the state’s grassroots political landscape.
Breakdown of the winners
Abua/Odual LGA - APC
CHAIRMAN Elect: Ofori Owolabi
Votes: 28755
Vice Chairman Elect: Abunu Victoria
Ahoada East - APC
Chairman elect: Solomon
Votes: 54,509
Vice Chairman elect: Florence Ndukwu
Ahoada West - APC
Chairman Elect: Eugene Ebele Cheta
Votes: 84125
Vice Chairman elect: Josephine Uba
Akuku Toru: APC
Chairman Elect: Bob Fubarab A.
Votes: 63593
Vice Chairman elect: Wariagbani George
Andoni- APC
Chairman Elect: Otua Loveday Promise
Votes: 126,181
Vice Chairman elect: Ezekiel Raphael Adebani
Asari Toru LGA- APC
Chairman Elect: George Onengiyeofori
Votes: 56383
Vice Chairman elect: Deborah Amos Bobmanuel
Bonny LGA - APC
Chairman Elect: Pepple Abinye Blessing
Votes: 30543
Vice Chairman elect: Ibimieye Alagbari
Degema LGA - APC
Chairman Elect: Michael George Williams
Votes: 61536
Vice Chairman elect: Harry Maureen
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Historic shift in Rivers state political landscape
Political analysts have described the APC’s performance as unprecedented, noting that it is the first time in the state’s post-1999 democratic history that the party has won 21 out of 23 LGAs. The results are expected to reshape the political dynamics in Rivers State, particularly ahead of future state and national elections.
The APC’s sweeping victory has sparked reactions across party lines, with supporters hailing the outcome as a sign of growing grassroots support, while PDP loyalists have vowed to reassess their strategy moving forward.
As Rivers State absorbs the implications of the election results, observers say the shift could signal a broader realignment in the region’s political affiliations.
By election: List of constituencies where APC lost
Legit.ng earlier reported that the All Progressives Congress (APC) suffered defeats in four key by-elections held across Anambra, Kano, and Oyo States.
Rival parties including the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured victories, signalling a shift in regional political momentum.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed the results on Sunday, August 17, following contests triggered by legislative vacancies.
Source: Legit.ng
