President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his congratulations to candidates who emerged victorious in the August 16 by-elections held across 16 constituencies in 12 states of the federation.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for conducting what he described as largely smooth and peaceful polls, noting that the exercise was “mostly devoid of violence.”
According to results announced by INEC, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) secured wins in 12 constituencies, while the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) clinched two. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) each took one constituency apiece.
President Tinubu particularly congratulated the new APC National Chairman, Prof. Nenta
