The Abuja Municipal Area Council chairmanship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr Moses Paul Ogigi, has reacted to the outcome of the Federal Capital Territory Area Council election, rejecting the results announced by the electoral authority while raising concerns over the conduct of the poll.
The All Progressives Congress secured victory in five of the six area council chairmanship positions in the FCT, with its candidate, Chris Garki, declared winner of the AMAC chairmanship seat after defeating Ogigi, according to results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The election formed part of the constitutionally mandated local government polls conducted across the Federal Capital Territory to determine leadership at the grassroots level.
In a statement released on Monday, Ogigi, popularly known as Dr Mo, accused the electoral commission of treating Nigerians with disrespect and disregarding their democratic rights.
“I stand before you today not as a man diminished by what happened on Saturday, but as a man strengthened by a political movement.
“This movement isn’t started because it’s easy, but because people believe in it; it’s not driven by force, but by the efforts of real people. It is written not with ink, but through sacrifice.”
He expressed appreciation to residents and supporters across the council for their participation and commitment throughout the campaign period.
“In the last few months, people in Abuja have stood up and shared their beliefs, from the streets of Karshi to the busy markets of Wuse, from the crowded paths of Nyanya to the calm strength of Gui. For this, I lower my head in thanks,” he added.
Ogigi described the election as more than a political contest, saying it represented a broader expression of public determination and collective aspiration.
“Let it be known and written in history that what we saw in this election was more than just a race for a job; it was a powerful statement of pride from a people who will not give up on their future,” he stated.
While acknowledging the official declaration of results, the ADC candidate said he could not accept the outcome, insisting it did not reflect the will of voters in Abuja.
“I have reviewed the outcome as announced. I truly believe, based on our long involvement and the strong spirit of our movement, that we have rightfully earned the people’s trust and support.
“However, I strongly reject the announced results because they do not show what the people of Abuja really want.”
He further alleged that several voters expressed dissatisfaction with the conduct of the election, citing what he described as irregularities observed during the exercise.
“These involve limiting people’s freedom by setting a curfew; security forces threatening and attacking ADC party members; large-scale bribery in many areas to influence votes; and preventing people from voting because important election supplies arrived too late at key polling stations, like Kabusa, and others,” he stated.
