FCT Council Polls: Between Political Triumph and Democratic Questions

Nyesom Wike speaking during a broadcast on the outcome of the FCT area council elections in Abuja

The APC’s sweeping victory in the FCT area council elections has been hailed by Minister Nyesom Wike as proof of democratic renewal under President Bola Tinubu. However, critics argue the results raise deeper questions about political dominance, opposition strength, and the true state of democracy in Nigeria’s capital.