The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Chairman Candidate of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Dr Moses Paul has rejected the declared results for the Saturday’s Area Council election.
Paul who in a Press Briefing on Monday, strongly condemned the declared results, claiming the results do not reflect the true will of the residents of Abuja.
The elections held in the six area councils of Abuja on Saturday, February 22. These area councils includes Abaji, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kwali, Kuje and the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC).
Report has it that about 637 candidates from 17 political parties contested for the 68 positions – 62 councillors and six area council chairpersons while five of the area councils have 10 wards each, while AMAC has 12.
The All Progressive Congress (APC) won 5 out of 6 chairmanship positions in the FCT area council election while People’s Democratic Party (PDP) won one which is Gwagwalada Area Council.
The ADC Chairman Candidate during the Press Briefing alleged overall widespread irregularities which he said includes the restriction of movement through the imposition of a curfew.
Also, the intimidation and attacks on his party members by security agencies; massive vote buying across several wards; and voter suppression caused by the late arrival of election materials in key polling units, including Kabusa, among others.
He pressed further that there were also cases of alteration, mutilation of polling unit results, “which tragically contributed to the death of Musa Abubakar at the Gwagwa polling unit while he was trying to protect his vote”.
While calling on the relevant authorities to thoroughly investigate the matter and ensure justice, the ADC candidate said he visited the victim family and ensured that his children will be placed on scholarship, as a modest commitment to honour his courage and sacrifice. 
According to.him, “These actions undermine the integrity of the electoral process and the confidence of the people in our democracy. Our movement was never built on the fragile foundation of titles; but built on enduring foundation of truth. And truth does not expire with an election”.
He extended his deepest appreciation to every voter who performed their sacred civic duty. “Your courage has reaffirmed democracy as a living promise, not a forgotten idea”.
Paul also thanked the leadership and members of the ADC for standing firmly on the side of principle. “Your belief in a different kind of politics has not gone unnoticed, and history will honour your courage.
To the young men and women who stood in the sun for hours, who walked distances they had never known, and who gave their time, strength, and voices: you are the authors of a new chapter.“To those who came from near and far, who sacrificed their resources and endured intimidation and doubt, your sacrifices have forever altered the moral landscape of AMAC.
“To those who gave their life, blood, sweat, and unwavering courage: you have shown that the Nigerian spirit is alive and refuses to kneel.
“You did not only stand for me; you stood for yourselves, for your children, for justice, for democracy and for the powerful belief that leadership must be earned, not imposed. For this, I will remain eternally grateful.
“To every volunteer, supporter, elder, youth, and woman who carried this movement in their hearts: you have given me something far greater than victory; you have given me purpose”, he concluded.
