Yilwatda hails FCT, Kano, Rivers election victories as endorsement of Tinubu’s reforms
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has described the party’s wins in the weekend elections across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kano, and
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has described the party’s wins in the weekend elections across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Kano, and Rivers States as a strong affirmation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s governance and reform agenda.
In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Communication Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, Yilwatda said the party’s performance, particularly in the nation’s capital, reflects Nigerians’ confidence in the Renewed Hope Agenda and their belief that the ongoing reforms will steer the country toward sustainable development.
“I heartily congratulate our teeming APC supporters in the FCT, Kano, and Rivers States on the successful, peaceful, and credible conduct of the Saturday, 21st February 2026 polls. The victories recorded by our party are a clear testament to the resilience, unity, and grassroots strength of the APC,” the statement read.
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Highlighting the FCT Area Council elections, Yilwatda noted their national significance. “The Abuja election sends a strong message of widespread support and renewed hope for President Tinubu’s bold reform agenda.
Residents of the capital have expressed confidence in this administration’s ability to reposition Nigeria for sustainable growth and prosperity.”
He congratulated the five APC Chairmanship winners in AMAC, Kuje, Abaji, Bwari, and Kwali, emphasizing that their victories reflect the party’s deep connection with the electorate.
He also acknowledged the PDP candidate’s win in Gwagwalada, describing it as evidence that democracy has prevailed.
Yilwatda further congratulated the APC candidates who secured State House of Assembly seats in Kano and Rivers States, attributing their success to effective party organization and public trust.
He urged party members to remain united, focused, and committed to delivering results and accountability under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The APC chairman also commended party leaders, stakeholders, supporters, security agencies, and election officials for their role in ensuring a peaceful and credible electoral process.
