Results from Bayelsa State
Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi emerged victorious over former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar in the ADC presidential primary held in Bayelsa State.
Aspirant Mohammed Hayatudeen trailed far behind with 939 votes.
Strong Showing for Atiku in Imo State
In Imo State, the tide turned in Atiku’s favour. He amassed 52,200 votes, dwarfing Amaechi’s 7,659 votes.
Hayatudeen again placed third, this time with 1,121 votes.
Party Reaction and Outlook
The ADC presidential primary is being closely monitored as the party seeks to select its flagbearer for the 2027 election. With results still being collated from other states, the contest remains open.
Amaechi had previously warned that he would reject any outcome deemed not free and fair. After voting in his ward in Ubima, Ikwerre LGA of Rivers State, he praised the peaceful turnout and the presence of INEC officials.
He stated that his acceptance of the final result hinges on the transparency of the process nationwide, adding that a credible exercise would see him work with whoever emerges as the party’s candidate.
The former Rivers State governor urged the ADC to ensure that the primary truly reflects the will of its members.
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