By Thompson Eferakeya On Monday, September 23, Daily Trust reported Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and ex governor of Kano State, gloating over the highly controversial and questionable ‘victory’ of his party in the September 21 governorship election in Edo State. The paper reported him as saying that…
By Rita Ebiuwa Edo State’s electoral process revealed its resilience in a critical chapter, as citizens cast ballots in support of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo. Although turnout was modest, voters demonstrated unwavering resolve and commitment to the state’s advancement. Confronted with electoral irregularities and suppression, they firmly exercised their democratic rights…
…Hon Isimbabi pledges synergy with stakeholders to develop Toto LG Hon. Mohammed Garba Isimbabi, Member representing Toto/Gadabuke Constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, said a committee constituted by the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) in the state to investigate the circumstances surrounding his defection to All Progressives Congress, APC, has vindicated him. Hon….
By Kingsley Ohens Accredited civil society organizations observing the 2024 Edo State governorship elections have released a joint statement expressing concerns over the transparency of the results collation process, citing disruptions at multiple ward and local government centers, as reported Sunday in Benin City. They pointed to incidents involving the intimidation of Independent National Electoral…
By Kingsley Ohens The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Council for the Edo State Governorship election protested the illegal interruption of the governorship election result collation, accusing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of not adhering to its own rules. Chairman of the Campaign Council and Adamawa State Governor, Rt Hon Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, addressed…
By Kingsley Ohens Following immense pressure from Governor Godwin Obaseki and other Peoples Democratic Party stakeholders, the Independent National Electoral Commission has postponed the collation of governorship election results until 10 am on Sunday, September 22. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Anugbum Onuoha, made the announcement in a statement early this morning, following heightened pressure…
Former Edo CPS, John Mayaki asked Edo residents to stay awake through out the night to protect the future of Edo State By Yahaya Idris With results emerging from the Edo State elections, Dr. Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) appears to be coasting to victory. Nevertheless, as the Independent National Electoral Commission…
The Labour Party’s candidate in the ongoing Edo state gubernatorial election, Olumide Akpata, has been defeated at his polling unit by the People’s Democratic Party’s candidate, Asue Ighodalo. Location: PU11, Ward 06, Oredo LGA Results PDP: 41 APC: 19 LP: 32
In accordance with Electoral Laws, the Edo State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chapter has officially concluded campaign activities for the September 21 governorship election. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally concluded its ongoing campaigns, according to a statement issued Thursday morning in Benin City by Rev Olu Martins, Deputy Director General Media and Publicity,…
….LP Candidate reportedly receives support from Gbajabiamila, Tinubu’s Chief of Staff By William Osayande In the lead-up to Saturday’s Governorship Election in Edo State, findings suggest that Labour Party Candidate Olumide Akpata is a cousin of incumbent Governor Godwin Obaseki, potentially raising issues of fairness and familial influence in the electoral process. The Edo Elders…