The Borno State Independent Electoral Commission (BOSIEC) has successfully conducted Local Government elections across the state, with reports indicating a peaceful, orderly and hitch-free exercise.
Turnout was particularly impressive in Mafa Local Government Area, where voters trooped out in large numbers from the early hours of the day. They queued patiently at polling units to cast their votes without disruption.
Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum arrived early to cast his at his polling unit in his hometown of Mafa Local Government Area. The governor completed the process without delay.
While speaking to journalists shortly after casting his ballot, Governor Zulum expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the election, describing the process as free and transparent.
He commended the Borno State Independent Electoral Commission for what he termed “a credible exercise” and praised residents for their impressive turnout.
“This is a free and hitch-free process, and I appreciate the massive turnout of our people,” the governor said. “This is my hometown, and you can see the huge number of people that have come out to vote. This is the home of the APC, and this is just a local government election.”
Governor Zulum further expressed confidence in the ruling party’s future electoral prospects, stating that the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains firmly rooted in Borno State.
“By the grace of God, come 2027, APC will win the state and also win in the Federal level ” he added.