Nigeriadecides2023: Reactions As Peter Obi Easily Wins A Voting Unit In Lagos Against Tinubu - Legitvibes Apr 2026

Labour Party candidate Peter Obi achieved a surprise victory in Lagos State during the 2023 Nigerian presidential election, securing 582,454 votes to defeat All Progressives Congress candidate Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who garnered 572,606 votes. The result in the traditionally APC-dominated state was driven by strong support in key local government areas and was characterized by analysts as a major electoral upset, with reports of voter suppression and post-election debates regarding the final tallies. For more details, visit CNN . Nigeria's Obi wins key Lagos state in presidential election