News & Politics
FCT Council Election 2026 Results: Live Outcomes—Tracking Times
INEC has begun uploading election results from polling units onto its IReV results portal, indicating that collation is in progress.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council Election was successfully held on Saturday, 21 February 2026. The election was to elect six council Chairpersons and 62 Councillors. These positions were across the six area councils of the FCT — Abaji, AMAC, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje, and Kwali.
Peaceful Voting with Ongoing Results
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed that the polls were conducted peacefully. They were also orderly. However, several areas recorded low turnout in parts of the city.
INEC has begun uploading election results from polling units onto its IReV results portal, indicating that collation is in progress. Portions of results — especially from Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) — have been published online. However, final declared winners across all councils are still being confirmed.
Election Date
✔ Polling Day: Saturday, 21 February 2026
✔ Results upload & collation ongoing across FCT councils.
Political Parties & Aspirants
Hundreds of candidates from multiple political parties contested in this election, including:
Major Participating Parties
- All Progressives Congress (APC)
- Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
- African Democratic Congress (ADC)
- All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)
- New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP)
- Others in the multi-party contest.
Known Aspirants Highlights (from early reporting)
- Christopher Maikalangu (APC) — won his polling unit in AMAC.
- Dr. Moses Paul (ADC) — recorded an early lead in a key AMAC polling unit.
- PDP showed strong performance in parts of Bwari. Local figures like Gbenga Hashim (PDP) recorded overwhelming support at a community polling unit.
Note: These are individual polling unit outcomes and do not represent final declared councilwide winners.
Early Outcomes & Trends
Partial Indications from Polling Units
- APC leads in several chairmanship and councillorship races in units such as Kabusa 001.
- ADC has pockets of success in specific units against APC.
- PDP achieved a commanding figure at one Bwari polling unit.
However, these results are still early and partial, as collations continue across all councils.
Inclusive & Peaceful Participation
Authorities reported that the election was held peacefully despite low voting turnout in some areas. Security agencies ensured calm and compliance with electoral guidelines. (TheCable) Voters are encouraged to follow INEC’s official IReV portal for final verified results.
What’s Next?
🟡 INEC is still collating and uploading complete results for each Council Chairmanship and Councillorship seat.
🟡 Final winners will be declared once all unit results are verified and combined.
🟡 Updated official results will be available through INEC’s channels and credible news outlets.
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Here are the official and live result tracker links you can use to follow the ongoing FCT Area Council Election 2026 results from INEC and credible reporting sources:
Official INEC Result Tracker (IReV)
INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV) – This is INEC’s official platform. Election results are uploaded by card-capturing devices. These devices are from polling units across the FCT councils.
Official INEC portal to view chairmanship and councillorship results as they are uploaded
This portal shows results as they’re posted from each polling unit and allows voters, observers, and party agents to verify counts for their units.
📡 Reliable Live Updates & News Tracking
INEC uploads results to IReV. Meanwhile, these news sources are providing live updates. They offer ongoing election coverage:
Coverage of polling progress and results beginning to come in after voting concluded.
🟠 Channels Television Live Election Updates
On-ground stories and ongoing developments during the election day and results upload.
Notes on Results Availability
INEC has begun uploading results from polling units to the IReV system following the February 21, 2026 election.
Some observers and groups have noted occasional reporting or viewing glitches with IReV. However, the portal remains the official channel for verified result sheets.
INEC will confirm the final official outcomes for Chairmanship and Councillorship seats after full collation at area council centres.