Lagos APC Describes Rivers, FCT, Kano By-Elections as Referendum on Tinubu

The Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) has described the outcome of the recent by-elections in Rivers, Kano, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as a referendum on Bola Tinubu’s administration.

The Lagos APC’s spokesperson, Mogaji Seye Oladejo, stated in a statement titled “The results of the by-elections as a referendum on Tinubu Presidency” issued on Sunday that people are growing more confident in the president’s leadership and the party’s policy direction.

The party says the results validate support for ongoing federal and state reforms and the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

Oladejo claimed that the electorate’s decision demonstrated its support for “audacious institutional strengthening, infrastructure development, and economic changes.”

It read: “The All Progressives Congress, or APC, Lagos State Chapter would like to sincerely thank the good citizens of Rivers and Kano States, the Federal Capital Territory, or FCT, and all Nigerians for their tremendous support of our great Party in the recently held by-elections.””The outcomes of the by-elections in every affected constituency constitute a clear and unmistakable referendum on the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the progressive ideals that still guide our nation’s governance.”The electorate’s faith in the Renewed Hope Agenda and the groundbreaking laws being passed at the federal and state levels is further demonstrated by our candidates’ resounding victories.At a time when opposition forces and opponents have tried to skew the nation’s direction, the people have used the voting process to make their voices heard. These results demonstrate that Nigerians pay attention when they observe robust institutional development, economic changes, infrastructure expansion, and daring leadership. They also show an understanding that nation-building requires guts, tenacity, and perseverance.

In actuality, the results of these elections represent the final straw for an opposition that has largely remained uninspired and undeserving of careful consideration by informed and intelligent voters.

Rather of offering workable answers, the opposition has resorted to obstruction, sensationalism, and bravado. The people have now made a democratic and decisive choice.

Furthermore, the events surrounding these elections have once again shown that social media may not be as powerful a platform for political activism as it first appears. The opposition’s amplified voice on digital media did not lead to real electoral penetration or public acceptability when it mattered most—at the polls. Democracy is ultimately decided by voters, not internet trends. Manufactured indignation, internet theatrics, or daydreaming cannot overthrow a well-founded and performance-driven ruling party.

The current APC may have an easy time winning the upcoming 2027 national elections given the caliber of its performance and the implicit confidence that Nigerians have in it.

It is no accident that these by-elections have acquired momentum; rather, it is evidence of the confidence that bold reforms and determined leadership have fostered.For the efforts it made to organize the elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is deserving of recognition. We also want to express our gratitude to the security services for their professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to maintaining peace and order throughout the electoral process. Their deeds ensured that citizens could carry out their civic responsibilities in a safe environment.We are grateful to the volunteers, campaign teams, and party loyalists whose dedication, restraint, and grassroots participation enabled this exceptional outcome.

We remain committed as a Party to promoting democracy, promoting unity within the Party, and ensuring that all citizens enjoy the advantages of democracy. Beyond mere political victories, the by-elections’ outcomes signify a renewed dedication to putting in more effort for the good of the people.