INEC had declared Kasim the winner of the poll with 22,165 votes, while Usman polled 17,788 votes. These affected polling units were spread across Kutunku, Ibwa, Tungan Maje, and Ikwa wards. ”They further claimed that in two polling units, votes scored by the APC were deliberately suppressed during collation. The petition further highlighted incidents of over-voting in 31 polling units, where figures recorded exceeded the number of accredited voters. The petitioners are urging the tribunal to invalidate the election results and determine the rightful winner in accordance with the law.

Source: Punch March 19, 2026 17:46 UTC