The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it has uploaded 4.5 percent of the results from the Edo governorship election to its Result Viewing Portal. As of Saturday, the portal indicated that 205 results from the 4,519 polling units where elections were conducted in the state have been made available for public viewing.
This initiative is part of INEC’s commitment to transparency in the electoral process, allowing stakeholders and the public to monitor the results in real-time
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an extension of voting hours in the ongoing Edo State governorship election in areas where the exercise began late due to various challenges.
In a statement, INEC clarified that this decision aligns with its Regulations and Guidelines, stating that voting will be extended in any location where it commenced late. Voting will continue until the last voter in the queue who arrived by 2:30 PM has cast their ballot.
The governorship candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC ) candidate, Monday okpebholo has just cast his vote at polling unit 1, Ward 2 in Udomi Primary School, Udomi, Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo State.
According to reports, the arrests occurred during a surveillance operation aimed at curbing electoral malpractices as the Edo governorship election unfolded. The suspects were allegedly caught in the act of offering cash incentives to voters in exchange for their votes.
The EFCC has emphasized its commitment to ensuring a free and fair electoral process, warning that it will not tolerate any form of electoral corruption. The agency has urged the public to report any suspicious activities related to vote-buying or other electoral offenses.
The arrested individuals are currently in custody and are expected to face charges related to electoral fraud. The EFCC reiterated its dedication to upholding the integrity of the electoral process in Nigeria.
As of 8:30 AM, voting has commenced at Eguare Primary School, Ward 2, Ujogba, in Esan West Local Government Area.
IDOMA VOICE reports that voters were present at Units 2, 3, and 11. Personnel from the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) were deployed to ensure security at the voting centers.
After casting his ballot, 70-year-old Pa Robert Aiguekhagbon expressed his appreciation for the peaceful and orderly conduct of the voting process. He urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to maintain this peaceful atmosphere and encouraged those yet to vote to continue behaving calmly.
Officials from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) are currently absent at the polling unit for PDP’s governorship candidate, Asue Ighodalo.
The Idinrio community in Ewohimi, Esan South East Local Government Area, is eerily calm and quiet.
According to our correspondent at the scene, there are no signs of INEC officials or representatives from other political parties present.
Ad hoc officials are setting up at a Registration Area Centre (RAC) in Ward 7, Unit 3, within Egor Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo South. This setup is in preparation for the Edo State elections, specifically mentioned as part of the activities for
Edo State is bracing for a pivotal moment in its political history as voters head to the polls today, Saturday, September 21, 2024, to elect their next governor.
With the political stakes higher than ever, all eyes are on the state to witness what promises to be a fiercely contested race.
The spotlight shines on three prominent candidates: Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and Olumide Akpata of the Labour Party (LP).
These candidates, each with their distinct vision for Edo State, have captured the attention of voters across the state, making this election a closely watched affair.
Out of the 2,629,025 registered voters, 2,249,780 have collected their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs), signaling a potential strong turnout. However, 379,245 PVCs, representing 14.43%, remain uncollected, which could affect the final outcome.
Voting will take place in 4,519 polling units, with 17 candidates on the ballot. But despite the wider pool, the race has largely centered on the trio of Ighodalo, Okpebholo, and Akpata, making this election one of the most competitive in recent memory.
IDOMA VOICE will be at the forefront, delivering minute-by-minute updates and comprehensive coverage from the field.
From breaking news to live reports, stay connected as we bring you every twist and turn from across Edo State’s three senatorial districts. This is an election you won’t want to miss!
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