Court Declares Ayuba Mandung Winner of APC Primary Election

On October 10, 2026, Justice Dorcas Agishi of a court in Jos, Plateau State, ruled that Hon. Ayuba Dalyop Mandung is the legitimate winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Jos South State Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly. This ruling came in response to Mandung's suit against Mancha John Vincent, the APC, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), concerning allegations that the primary election results from May 20, 2026, were unlawfully altered at the Giring Ward level.

Mandung, represented by counsel Ritji Timothy Yilwatda, contended that he had received the highest votes before the results were changed in favor of Vincent. The court agreed with Mandung, stating that results cannot be altered once announced and found that he was denied a fair hearing.

The court issued a perpetual injunction against Vincent's candidacy and mandated the APC to submit Mandung's name to INEC for the 2027 general election. Additionally, the court awarded ₦500,000 each against Vincent, the APC, and INEC for their involvement in the matter.