2023 Presidential Election: Tinubu Defeats Obi And Atiku By A Significant Margin In 13 Lgas In The State Of Ekiti - Legitvibes May 2026

While Peter Obi had a strong social media presence, the Labour Party lacked the grassroots polling agents required to compete in rural Ekiti.

A strategic hub where the PDP failed to gain expected traction. While Peter Obi had a strong social media

A coordinated effort by local leaders to ensure the region delivered a block vote to the APC. 📈 Impact on the National Race 📈 Impact on the National Race Many voters

Many voters viewed Tinubu as the "home-grown" candidate for the Southwest (Yoruba) region. The Competition Atiku Abubakar (PDP): Finished second with

Several reasons contributed to why Tinubu defeated Obi and Atiku so soundly in these 13 LGAs:

The "significant margin" reported by outlets like Legitvibes was most visible in the following key areas where the APC machinery was most effective:

In a state known for its high literacy rates and political consciousness, the 13 LGAs mentioned in the report formed the core of Tinubu’s dominant performance. He secured a total of across the state, leaving his closest rivals significantly behind. The Competition Atiku Abubakar (PDP): Finished second with 89,554 votes . Peter Obi (LP): Finished third with 11,397 votes . Rabiu Kwankwaso (NNPP): Secured 264 votes . 📍 Performance Across Key LGAs