FCT Polls: APGA Candidate Concedes Defeat in AMAC, Accepts APC’s Victory

The chairmanship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the February 21 Abuja Municipal Area Council election has accepted defeat, pledging not to challenge the outcome declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Chukwu, APGA’s flagbearer in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) race, congratulated the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Christopher Maikalangu, who was announced as winner.

‘Elections Are About Service, Not Ambition’

In a message issued on Tuesday, Chukwu said he would not contest the result “for any reason whatsoever,” stressing that politics should centre on service rather than personal ambition.

He described the election as peaceful and orderly, noting that the calm atmosphere throughout the campaign period and on election day represented a win for democracy in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

According to him, the process demonstrated that political competition need not threaten public safety.

Call for Unity and Inclusive Governance

Chukwu urged those dissatisfied with the outcome to seek redress strictly through lawful channels, reinforcing the importance of democratic principles.

“I pledge support for initiatives that would ensure the success of the incoming administration,” he said.

He also called on Maikalangu to lead with humility and inclusiveness.

“I congratulate Maikalangu and urge him to be magnanimous in victory by governing with humility and inclusiveness.

“AMAC belongs to all residents, irrespective of political, ethnic or religious affiliations, and the new administration should reflect fairness, unity and commitment to the common good.”

A Boost for Democratic Stability in FCT

The concession is likely to ease post-election tensions in AMAC, Nigeria’s most politically significant area council within the FCT.

With the 2026 FCT area council elections drawing national attention, Chukwu’s acceptance of the result signals a commitment to democratic stability and peaceful political transition.