According to our reporter, A detailed explanation of Nigeria’s regional voting patterns and their impact on elections has been published on NewsVista.
Umar Ardo, convener of Northern Democrats and All Democratic Alliance (ADA) leader, has unveiled that President Bola Tinubu’s electoral success heavily relied on Northern Nigeria’s Muslim-majority votes.
Speaking on January 20, 2026, Ardo stated, “63.6% of the votes that brought the president to power were from the north, and in the north is the Muslim north that voted him 63.6%.”
He warned that such concentrated support might not recur, posing challenges for Tinubu’s future political dominance. Ardo also criticized the fractured opposition, suggesting many politicians join APC for personal gain rather than ideology, creating a false image of party strength.
Highlighting rising lawlessness and party-switching without regard for the constitution, he urged opposition unity to challenge the ruling party effectively.
His remarks have stirred debate on Nigeria’s evolving political landscape and the need for broader national appeal ahead of upcoming elections.