Kebbi By-Election: APC Candidate Rabiu Garba Aiki Wins Zuru State Constituency Seat
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rabiu Garba Aiki, winner of the Kebbi by-election for the Zuru State Constituency seat in the Kebbi State House of Assembly.
The result was announced on Saturday by the Returning Officer and Collation Officer, Prof. Muhammad Bashar of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi.
With the victory, the APC has retained the Zuru State Constituency seat in the Kebbi State House of Assembly.
How APC Won the Kebbi By-Election
According to the official results released by INEC, Rabiu Garba Aiki secured a total of 4,887 votes.
His closest rival, Aliyu Galadima Muhammad of the Labour Party (LP), polled 168 votes.
The results showed that the APC maintained a dominant lead across all 10 wards that make up the Zuru State Constituency.
Key Points
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APC candidate Rabiu Garba Aiki has won the Kebbi by-election for Zuru State Constituency.
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Aiki polled 4,887 votes to defeat Labour Party’s Aliyu Galadima Muhammad, who scored 168 votes.
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A total of 5,156 voters were accredited for the election.
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The by-election was held to fill the vacancy created by the death of former Speaker Muhammad Usman Zuru.
Election Results
| Candidate | Party | Votes |
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| Rabiu Garba Aiki | APC | 4,887 |
| Aliyu Galadima Muhammad | Labour Party (LP) | 168 |
Voter Turnout Remained Low
INEC disclosed that the Zuru State Constituency has 109,385 registered voters.
However, only 5,156 voters were accredited for the by-election.
The commission further revealed that:
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Registered voters: 109,385
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Accredited voters: 5,156
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Valid votes cast: 5,055
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Rejected votes: 95
The figures indicate that voter turnout remained low, with accredited voters representing only a small percentage of the total registered voters in the constituency.
Why the By-Election Was Conducted
The Kebbi by-election was conducted to fill the vacancy created by the death of the former Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru.
The seat became vacant following his passing, prompting INEC to organise a by-election in accordance with constitutional provisions.
Why the Result Matters
The victory further strengthens the APC’s position in the Kebbi State House of Assembly.
Political observers believe the result also highlights:
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APC’s continued dominance in Kebbi politics;
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the party’s strong grassroots structure in Zuru;
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challenges facing opposition parties in the state;
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concerns over low voter participation in by-elections.
Quick Facts
Election: Kebbi By-Election
Constituency: Zuru State Constituency
Winner: Rabiu Garba Aiki
Party: All Progressives Congress (APC)
Votes Polled: 4,887
Runner-up: Aliyu Galadima Muhammad
Party: Labour Party (LP)
Votes Polled: 168
Registered Voters: 109,385
Accredited Voters: 5,156
Valid Votes: 5,055
Rejected Votes: 95
Timeline of Events
2026: Former Speaker Muhammad Usman Zuru passes away, creating a vacancy in the State Assembly.
June 2026: INEC conducts the Zuru State Constituency by-election.
Saturday: INEC declares APC candidate Rabiu Garba Aiki winner of the election.
What Happens Next?
Following his victory, Rabiu Garba Aiki is expected to be sworn in as the new member representing Zuru State Constituency in the Kebbi State House of Assembly.
Attention will now shift to how the new lawmaker intends to represent the constituency and address issues affecting residents of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Kebbi by-election?
Rabiu Garba Aiki of the APC won the Kebbi by-election for the Zuru State Constituency seat.
How many votes did the APC candidate receive?
Rabiu Garba Aiki polled 4,887 votes.
Why was the by-election held?
The election was conducted to fill the vacancy created by the death of former Speaker Muhammad Usman Zuru.
Was voter turnout high?
No. Only 5,156 voters were accredited out of the 109,385 registered voters.
