Chief Ogboru polled 38,151 votes to defeat his only rival, Dr. Emmanuel Unuafe, who scored 1,182 votes during the election.

The aftermath of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections in Bauchi State has triggered a wave of defections, including two serving senators: Shehu Buba (Bauchi South) and Samaila Dahuwa (Bauchi North), who have both pitched their tents with the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).

The aftermath of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections in Bauchi State has triggered a wave of defections, including two serving senators: Shehu Buba (Bauchi South) and Samaila Dahuwa (Bauchi North), who have both pitched their tents with the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).