APP Sweeps 23 LGA in Rivers State: Here is What You Need to Know

The Action Peoples Party (APP) has achieved a significant victory in the Rivers State local government elections by winning 22 out of the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs). This outcome was declared by the Chief Election Officer of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, Adolphus Enebeli, in Port Harcourt. The result for one LGA, Etche, remains outstanding as the collation process was ongoing, suggesting that APP might secure all 23 if they win in Etche as well.

This result has been reflected across various posts on X, indicating a widespread acknowledgment of APP’s sweeping victory in the local government elections within Rivers State. The sentiment on X also shows expectations and predictions of APP’s dominance in these elections, which have now been largely confirmed by the official results.

However, there was also mention of legal challenges; a Rivers State High Court reportedly sacked the APP Chairman and all its LGA candidates just before the elections, which could imply potential complications or disputes regarding the legitimacy or continuation of these election results. Despite this, there’s no indication in the current data that this ruling has affected the election outcome or its immediate reporting.

This event signifies a notable political shift or statement in Rivers State’s local governance, with APP establishing a strong presence across the state’s local government structure.