Prominent social media influencer and activist, Aisha Yesufu, has faced setback after the unexpected defeat at her voting unit in Agbede.
Despite her strong online presence and vocal advocacy, the results at her voting unit did not reflect her influence, sparking a wave of reactions and discussions on the role of social media in electoral success.
The election results showed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured a significant victory with 248 votes, while the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) garnered just 18 votes.
Aisha Yesufu’s Labour Party managed to secure only 4 votes, highlighting the gap between online popularity and real-world electoral outcomes.
Reactions to the election results were mixed, with some commentators expressing disappointment while others congratulated the voters for their decision.
Nwaocha Nzubechi commended the four electorates who voted for Eluu P, describing them as a reflection of the “new Nigeria” many are yearning for, free from vote-buying and undue influence.
“They didn’t pay the electorates neither did they buy votes.
So I congratulate those four electorates….they are simply the new Nigeria we re craving for.”
Maduguva Elisha Manchi remarked on the dominance of the APC, suggesting that the voters’ choice would ultimately have consequences.
“if they like let vote APC nay there body go tell them.”
In a more critical tone, Chukwu Onyekachi expressed skepticism about the integrity of the electoral process, attributing victories to rigging rather than genuine support, particularly targeting figures like Tinubu.
Oladimeji Melody drew parallels to past electoral outcomes in Lagos State, where Eluu P had previously outperformed the APC’s presidential and governorship candidates.
Melody’s comments underscored a belief that systemic manipulation, rather than voter preference, dictated the results, blaming the electoral commission for the current political climate.
