#edodecides2024

  1. Edo Guber: Peter Obi Denounces Election as a Threat to Nigeria's Democracy

    Nigeria Edo Guber: Peter Obi Denounces Election as a Threat to Nigeria's Democracy

    Peter Obi, former Labour Party presidential candidate, criticized the Edo State governorship election, labeling it a "state capture" that undermines democracy. He urged those involved to reconsider their actions, warning of future repercussions for damaging Nigeria's democratic foundations...
  2. "I Won Mine": Shaibu Taunts Obaseki After APC's Victory in Edo

    Nigeria "I Won Mine": Shaibu Taunts Obaseki After APC's Victory in Edo

    Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu celebrated the All Progressives Congress (APC) victory in the gubernatorial election, taunting Governor Godwin Obaseki for losing his Local Government Area. Shaibu claimed his consistent wins vindicated him after a prior impeachment and criticized Obaseki for...
  3. Senate President Akpabio Links Edo Election Success to Nigerians' Confidence in Tinubu

    Nigeria Senate President Akpabio Links Edo Election Success to Nigerians' Confidence in Tinubu

    Senate President Godswill Akpabio claims the All Progressives Congress (APC) victory in the Edo State governorship election demonstrates the public's confidence in President Bola Tinubu. Monday Okpebholo, the APC candidate, won with 291,667 votes against his opponents, Asue Ighodalo and Olumide...
  4. Governor Fintiri Weeps for Democracy Following Edo Election Results

    Nigeria Governor Fintiri Weeps for Democracy Following Edo Election Results

    Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri condemned the Edo State governorship election, calling it a setback for Nigeria's democracy. Following INEC's declaration of APC's Monday Okpebholo as the winner, Fintiri criticized alleged electoral malpractices, including vote-buying and intimidation, stressing...
  5. President Tinubu Congratulates Okpebholo on Edo Governorship Victory

    Nigeria President Tinubu Congratulates Okpebholo on Edo Governorship Victory

    President Bola Tinubu congratulated Monday Okpebholo on his victory in the Edo State governorship election, urging him to view the win as a call to service. He encouraged unity among political rivals and advised those dissatisfied with the results to seek legal recourse. President Bola Tinubu...
  6. #EdoDecides2024: APC’s Okpebholo Defeats PDP’s Ighodalo in Obaseki’s Stronghold

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: APC’s Okpebholo Defeats PDP’s Ighodalo in Obaseki’s Stronghold

    APC’s Monday Okpebholo has won Oredo Local Government Area in the Edo State governorship election, defeating PDP’s Asue Ighodalo despite support from outgoing Governor Godwin Obaseki. Okpebholo secured 30,780 votes, while Ighodalo gained 24,938. Labour Party's Olumide Akpata followed with 5,389...
  7. #EdoDecides2024: APC’s Monday Okpebholo Leads Edo Gov Polls by Over 48,000 Votes Ahead of PDP’s Ighodalo

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: APC’s Monday Okpebholo Leads Edo Gov Polls by Over 48,000 Votes Ahead of PDP’s Ighodalo

    Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) leads the Edo State governorship race by over 48,000 votes after results from 16 local government areas. His closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), trails behind. Two more LGAs are expected to announce...
  8. #EdoDecides2024: PDP and APC Win Six LGAs Each, Battle Continues for Final Six

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: PDP and APC Win Six LGAs Each, Battle Continues for Final Six

    The Edo State governorship election, held on September 21, 2024, saw intense competition between the PDP's Asue Ighodalo, APC's Monday Okpebholo, and LP's Olumide Akpata. Tensions rose as results trickled in, with both PDP and APC winning in various local government areas, while INEC faced...
  9. #EdoDecides2024: Obaseki Clarifies Reasons for Visit to INEC Collation Centre Amid Election Concerns

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: Obaseki Clarifies Reasons for Visit to INEC Collation Centre Amid Election Concerns

    Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki visited the INEC Collation Centre to seek clarity on the election process after communication issues with the Resident Electoral Commissioner. His visit aimed to ensure transparency in the collation of results, ultimately prompting INEC to confirm the resumption...
  10. Edo Governorship Election: INEC to Continue Results Collation at 10 AM

    Nigeria Edo Governorship Election: INEC to Continue Results Collation at 10 AM

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced that the collation of results for the Edo governorship election will resume at 10 AM today. The process conducted transparently, follows rising tensions as polling unit results are revealed on the election viewing portal, prompting...
  11. #EdoDecides2024: Tensions Rise as PDP's Ighodalo Accuses INEC and Police of Election Fraud

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: Tensions Rise as PDP's Ighodalo Accuses INEC and Police of Election Fraud

    PDP candidate Asue Ighodalo protested at the Edo INEC headquarters, accusing officials of election manipulation. Allegations of police complicity and bypassing the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) emerged, leading to tensions as police dispersed protesters with teargas. The election...
  12. [VIDEO] Drama as Police Escort Governor Obaseki from INEC Office Over Election Result Protest

    Nigeria [VIDEO] Drama as Police Escort Governor Obaseki from INEC Office Over Election Result Protest

    Governor Godwin Obaseki was escorted out of the INEC office in Benin during the Edo State governorship election. Police, led by DIG Frank Mba, removed Obaseki after he reportedly protested result anomalies. Tensions rose as APC leaders and supporters demanded his exit, accusing him of...
  13. Edo Election Update: INEC Reports 95% Results Upload, Candidates Gear Up for Victory

    Nigeria Edo Election Update: INEC Reports 95% Results Upload, Candidates Gear Up for Victory

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uploaded over 95% of results from the Edo State Governorship Election on its Result Viewing Portal. With 17 candidates vying for the position, analysts highlight a competitive race primarily between Asue Ighodalo (PDP), Monday Okpebholo...
  14. #EdoDecides2024: CSOs Report Widespread Vote-Buying, Voters Offered ₦5,000 and Food

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: CSOs Report Widespread Vote-Buying, Voters Offered ₦5,000 and Food

    The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (NCSSR) reported vote-buying in the Edo governorship election, where voters were allegedly offered ₦5,000–₦10,000 and food items like bread. Despite arrests of vote traders, incidents occurred across multiple polling units, while CSOs urged voters to stay...
  15. #EdoDecides2024: LP’s Olumide Akpata Loses Polling Unit to PDP’s Asue Ighodalo

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: LP’s Olumide Akpata Loses Polling Unit to PDP’s Asue Ighodalo

    Labour Party’s candidate, Olumide Akpata, lost his polling unit to Peoples Democratic Party’s Asue Ighodalo in the ongoing Edo governorship election. At polling unit 11 in Oredo LGA, Ighodalo secured 41 votes, Akpata 32, and APC's Monday Okpebholo garnered 19. The election remains competitive...
  16. #EdoDecides2024: Police Crack Down on Political Thugs Ahead of Governorship Polls

    Nigeria #EdoDecides2024: Police Crack Down on Political Thugs Ahead of Governorship Polls

    The Nigeria Police arrested two suspected political thugs in Edo State during overnight raids aimed at curbing electoral violence. Firearms were recovered, and the police are committed to ensuring a peaceful governorship election. Authorities have urged citizens to report suspicious activities...
  17. Edo State Election 2024: Ighodalo, Okpebholo, and Akpata Go Head-to-Head

    Nigeria Edo State Election 2024: Ighodalo, Okpebholo, and Akpata Go Head-to-Head

    As the Edo State gubernatorial election approaches on September 21, 2024, candidates Asue Ighodalo (PDP), Monday Okpebholo (APC), and Olumide Akpata (LP) intensify their campaigns, focusing on economic reform, infrastructure, and public services. Voter sentiment will play a crucial role in...
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