#EkitiDecides2026: INEC set to declare Oyebanji winner as APC records sweeping victory across 16 LGAs

Biodun Oyebanji, the candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), is on the verge of being declared the winner of the Ekiti State governorship election. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is finalizing the collation of results from all 16 local government areas, with the APC candidate maintaining a commanding lead.

The electoral process has largely proceeded without major disruptions, and preliminary figures indicate a wide margin of victory for Oyebanji over his main rival, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The APC's dominance is evident across both urban and rural areas, with particularly strong performances noted in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti West, Irepodun/Ifelodun, Ikole, and Ekiti East.

In the state capital, Ado Ekiti, Oyebanji secured 38,026 votes, far surpassing the PDP's 3,817. Similar trends were observed in Ekiti West and Irepodun/Ifelodun, where the APC candidate garnered substantial vote counts. Even in Ikere Local Government Area, the stronghold of the PDP candidate, Oyebanji emerged victorious, underscoring the APC's sweep across the state.

While INEC has yet to make the official announcement, officials are meticulously reviewing the figures to ensure compliance with electoral guidelines. The final declaration awaits the completion of verification and reconciliation processes. Security personnel are present around the collation center to maintain order as party agents observe the proceedings.