#NigeriaDecides2019Result: INEC declares Atiku Abubakar Winner in Anambra state

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, the winner of the Saturday, February 23, the presidential election held in Anambra state.

Abubakar defeated the candidate of All Progressives Congress (APC) and incumbent President Muhammadu Buhari.

With the results declared so far from 15 states including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) PDP – victory in 5 states and FCT – 43.37%.

Two states are below the 25% threshold. APC – victory in 10 states – 53.67%. Two states are below the 25% threshold.

Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra and Atiku’s running mate is from the state.

Abubakar polled: 524,738 while Buhari narrowly secured: APC: 33,298.

Breakdown Below:

Anambra State
C.O: Prof: F. Ogbonaya#NigeriaDecides2019
Collation of Results

Total No: Reg Voters: 2,389,332
Total No: of Accredited: 675,273
Total Votes Cast: 625,035
Total Valid Votes:605,734
Rejected Votes:19,301

AAC: 124
ADC: 227
ADP: 427
APC: 33,298
PDP: 524,738
SDP: 932

Anambra State
C.O: Prof: F. Ogbonaya#NigeriaDecides2019
Collation of Results

Total No: Reg Voters: 2,389,332
Total No: of Accredited: 675,273
Total Votes Cast: 625,035
Total Valid Votes:605,734
Rejected Votes:19,301

AAC: 124
ADC: 227
ADP: 427
APC: 33,298
PDP: 524,738
SDP: 932

— INEC Nigeria (@inecnigeria) February 26, 2019