APC Dominates FCT Council Polls, Clinches Five of Six Chairmanship Seats!

February 22, 2026 2 Min Read

Reported by Mustapha Labake Omowumi (Journalist) | Sele Media Africa

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has secured a decisive victory in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections, winning five of the six chairmanship positions contested, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) captured the lone remaining seat.

Official results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) show the ruling APC consolidating its influence across most of the FCT’s local councils following the polls.

Breakdown of Results
According to INEC’s declared outcomes, APC candidates prevailed in Abaji, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje, and Kwali Area Councils, while the PDP maintained its hold on AMAC (Abuja Municipal Area Council) widely regarded as the most politically strategic council in the territory.

The results reflect the APC’s continued grassroots strength in the FCT, even as the PDP demonstrated resilience by retaining control of the capital’s municipal council.

Political Significance
Political observers say the outcome reinforces the APC’s organizational reach at the local government level in Nigeria’s capital region. The sweep of five councils may bolster the party’s administrative foothold ahead of future electoral cycles.

However, the PDP’s victory in AMAC underscores the party’s enduring relevance in urban constituencies within the FCT, suggesting a competitive political landscape despite the APC’s overall dominance.

Election Conduct and Context
The FCT Area Council elections are closely watched as a barometer of grassroots political sentiment in Nigeria’s seat of power. INEC officials reported that the exercise was conducted across the six councils, though stakeholders typically monitor issues such as voter turnout, logistics, and compliance with electoral guidelines.

As of the time of reporting, there were no widespread reports of major disruptions that could significantly alter the declared outcomes.

What Comes Next
The newly elected chairpersons are expected to assume office following the completion of the electoral process and issuance of certificates of return by INEC. Their administrations will oversee local governance responsibilities including primary education support, rural infrastructure, sanitation, and community development across the FCT councils.

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