Tension reportedly mounted within the camp of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as early election results indicated growing support for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in key strongholds.
As results from several polling units and wards began to trickle in on Saturday evening, party agents and observers described a surge in votes for the ADC, a development that has sparked intense political calculations among major stakeholders.
Sources within the political structure aligned with Wike said there was “deep concern” over the unexpected strength of the opposition party in areas previously considered safe for his loyalists. While official collation was still ongoing at the time of filing this report, preliminary figures from select local government areas showed a tight contest.
Political analysts say the ADC’s performance may be linked to recent grassroots mobilization efforts and growing discontent among segments of the electorate. However, supporters of Wike have dismissed suggestions of panic, insisting that final results will reflect what they described as the “true will of the people.”
Meanwhile, security presence was heightened around collation centres to forestall any breakdown of law and order as party supporters awaited official announcements from the electoral authorities.
As counting continues, attention remains fixed on critical battleground areas that could ultimately determine the outcome of the election. Electoral officials have urged calm, assuring the public that results will be declared in line with established guidelines.
More updates are expected as collation progresses.
