PDP wins 12 Zamfara LGs, two LGAs still pending results

The ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) [/b]has emerged victorious in all the chairmanship and councillorship positions in Zamfara State, with the exception of the Birnin Magaji and Kaura Namoda Local Government Areas (LGAs), where the results were still pending as of Saturday night. This development has sparked significant attention, as the PDP’s dominance in the state appears to have remained uncontested, reflecting their strong political presence and influence over the local governance of Zamfara State. The electoral process has been closely followed, with many eagerly waiting for the final results from the two LGAs still under review. While political analysts are keen to see if any changes occur in these areas, the outcome in the other LGAs is seen as a decisive victory for the ruling party. The PDP’s clean sweep of local government positions has been a critical win for the party, signaling its continued support from the electorate in Zamfara State. 

In an official announcement regarding the results, Hon. Bala Aliyu Gusau, chairman of the Zamfara State Independent Electoral Commission (ZASIEC), underscored that the election was conducted in an atmosphere of peace and transparency. He commended the integrity of the election, describing it as free, fair, and peaceful. According to Gusau, the election process was smooth, and there were no disputes raised by any of the political parties involved in the contest. He further emphasized that representatives from all contesting political parties were present during the vote counting, ensuring transparency at every stage of the process. This collective oversight played a crucial role in maintaining public trust and confidence in the election’s fairness. Gusau expressed satisfaction that the process had been conducted without any major hitches or objections, making it one of the most orderly elections in recent memory for the state. 

“The election was free, fair, credible, and peaceful. No political party raised any objection over the process,” Gusau stated. His comments were made in the wake of a highly anticipated election that had drawn considerable interest from both local and national observers. The transparency and conduct of the election were seen as a testament to the evolving political maturity within Zamfara State. Gusau also mentioned that while the majority of the results had been finalized, the electoral commission was still in the process of announcing the outcomes for the Birnin Magaji and Kaura Namoda LGAs. These results were expected to be officially declared on Sunday, marking the conclusion of the local government elections. 

Once the results for these two LGAs are finalized, the newly elected chairpersons and councilors will be issued their certificates of return. Following the certification, the winners are expected to take their oaths of office at the Government House later on the same day, officially commencing their duties as local government officials. This marks the beginning of their tenure in office, during which they will work on implementing policies and initiatives to benefit their constituencies and contribute to the overall development of Zamfara State.

Hon. Gusau also took the opportunity to commend the role played by security agencies and other stakeholders in ensuring that the election process proceeded smoothly and without any incidents. He pointed out that the commission had not received any reports of irregularities or disturbances, which contributed to the overall success of the election. The peaceful conduct of the election was credited to the preparedness of both the security forces and the Zamfara State Independent Electoral Commission, who worked collaboratively to maintain order and ensure that voters could cast their ballots freely and without fear. The cooperation between election officials, security personnel, and the public was crucial in achieving the smooth operation of the polls.

The PDP’s strong performance in the local elections has been a subject of much discussion, and political observers are keenly watching the final results. With the party already securing a commanding lead in most LGAs, many are eager to see if any changes will occur in the remaining LGAs yet to be finalized. The PDP’s clean sweep of the chairmanship and councillorship positions, if confirmed, will not only affirm its political strength in Zamfara State but also solidify its control over the local government structure. As the final results are announced and the new officials are sworn in, attention will now turn to how the PDP will manage its newfound mandate in the state, especially in the face of increasing expectations from the electorate for tangible improvements in governance and local development.

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The PDP’s continued dominance in Zamfara’s local government elections is a reflection of the party's broad-based support, and its performance in this election is seen as a strong indicator of its enduring political relevance within the state. While the final outcomes for Birnin Magaji and Kaura Namoda LGAs are still pending, the general sentiment within the state points to a resounding affirmation of the PDP’s political standing. Political analysts will be watching closely to see if any shifts occur in these areas or if the final results reinforce the party’s victory across the state. Either way, the PDP's performance in the election underscores its significant influence in the region, positioning it strongly for future political contests within Zamfara State.