In a surprising turn of events, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has emerged victorious in all 16 local government councils in Taraba State, leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC) fuming. The Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission (TSIEC) declared the PDP as the majority winners of the Taraba LG polls, with the ruling party securing the councillorship in 168 council wards across the state.
The announcement was made by Dr. Philip Duwe, the Chairman of TSIEC, who commended the peaceful conduct of the elections and the adherence to public hygiene protocols to curb the spread of COVID-19. He also expressed his appreciation for the high voter turnout, highlighting the active participation of the people of Taraba State in the democratic process.
However, prior to the elections, the APC had announced its decision to boycott the polls, citing bias by the electoral umpire as the reason for their protest. This move by the main opposition party in the state further intensified the political tension surrounding the elections.
The landslide victory of the PDP in all 16 local government councils is a significant blow to the APC, as it further solidifies the ruling party’s dominance in Taraba State. The PDP’s success in the council elections is expected to strengthen their position and influence in the state, as they now have control over the local government administration.
The Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Dr. Joseph Kunini, took the opportunity to congratulate all the PDP candidates on their resounding victory at the polls. This victory not only reflects the support and trust of the people in the PDP but also highlights the party’s effective campaign strategies and strong grassroots mobilization.
The outcome of the Taraba council elections has significant implications for the political landscape of the state. With the PDP’s complete control over the local government councils, they now have the opportunity to implement their policies and programs at the grassroots level, which could potentially impact the lives of the people in Taraba State.
The APC, on the other hand, will need to regroup and strategize in order to regain its footing in the state. The party’s decision to boycott the elections may have backfired, as it has now left them without any representation in the local government councils. This defeat serves as a wake-up call for the APC to reassess its approach and reconnect with the people of Taraba State.
As the dust settles on the Taraba council elections, it is clear that the PDP’s victory has sent shockwaves through the APC camp. The ruling party’s dominance in all 16 local government councils is a testament to their popularity and support among the people of Taraba State. It remains to be seen how this outcome will shape the future political landscape of the state and whether the APC can bounce back from this setback.