Tinubu polls 10.99m votes to emerge as APC Presidential flag bearer

24 May 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate after amassing an overwhelming 10.99 million votes.

The primary election witnessed extensive participation from party members nationwide, cementing Tinubu’s leadership within the ruling coalition.

Observers and APC officials noted that the massive voter turnout and subsequent tally provide the candidate with a powerful, unified mandate as the party prepares for the general election cycle.