Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya and other senior members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) praised the peaceful and smooth conduct of the recent bye‑election held in the northeastern state.
According to reports, the voting process in Gombe was free of violence and intimidation, with voters able to cast their ballots without incident. Governor Yahaya expressed his satisfaction with the way the election was managed, noting that the smooth proceedings reflected well on the electoral system in the state.
APC leaders echoed the governor’s sentiment, highlighting the importance of orderly elections for maintaining public confidence in the democratic process. They also thanked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for their role in ensuring a secure environment for voters.
While the source does not detail the specific seat contested, the successful conduct of the bye‑election is seen as a positive indicator ahead of the upcoming general elections in Nigeria.
Gombe State, one of the 36 states that make up Nigeria, has historically been a stronghold for the APC, and the party’s leaders view the smooth voting process as a testament to the stability and integrity of the state’s electoral institutions.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
