Seems like not everyone was on time to vote! Edo's polls had a late start and some juicy allegations!
The Edo elections are off to a rocky start, with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) extending voting time in polling units (PUs) where voting had begun late. Reports show that while many PUs experienced an early commencement of polls, others were stuck in a time warp with significant delays. The commission’s monitoring indicated a difficult balance between preparing for the elections and racing against the clock, as officials scrambled to ensure that all eligible voters could cast their ballots. The strategies employed by INEC to manage this ongoing situation reveal the complexities involved in conducting an election that is as dynamic as its voters!
At the center of the chaos is Asue Ighodalo, the governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a dramatic turn of events, voting at his polling unit in Okaegben Ward One, Unit 3 in Ewohimi, didn’t kick off until 10:45 AM on the day of the election. This delay prompted Ighodalo to raise a red flag, alerting the public to what he sees as glaring negligence from INEC, primarily occurring in PDP strongholds like his. His allegations suggest that the late starts are no mere coincidences but rather a calculated move to deter voter turnout among his party's supporters.
The tweed jacket of conspiracy seems to get tighter with every tick of the clock! Ighodalo’s claims echoed throughout the airwaves, drawing the attention of both local and national observers, sparking questions about the integrity of the election process. With so much at stake, this tension set the stage for a gripping election day narrative, as citizens and political pundits alike watched closely to see how INEC would address these complications.
As the election unfolds, it’s vital to keep an eye not only on the polling irregularities but also on the critical insights they provide into the political landscape of Edo State. Did you know that Edo has a rich history with elections? From being the cradle of democratic decisions in Nigeria to its tumultuous political climate, this state actually has a lineage of political intrigue that rivals any Nollywood drama! So, while we collectively shake our heads at the snafus at the polls, let’s also remember that every election tells a story, and this one is certainly shaping up to be a page-turner!
He said the commission's monitoring revealed there was an early commencement of polls in many PUs and the late commencement of the same in some other ...
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Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the September 21, 2024 election in Edo State, has accused the Independent National ...
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Wetin e go do dia neva clear. Dis na afta tori of allegations of rigging wey PDP di ruling party for di state accuse some officials of di electoral commission.
Akpata had earlier lost his polling unit to PDP candidate, Ighodalo with the latter going head-to-head with APC's Okpebholo in the race. | Pulse Nigeria.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has finally announced time for the collation of results for Saturday's governorship election in Edo ...
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has provided an update on the collation of results in the ongoing governorship election in Edo State.
A day after the Edo State governorship election, INEC has uploaded four complete results out of the 18 local governments in the state.
It has also activated the INEC Result Viewing (IReV) portal to upload the polling unit results in earnest. By Channels Television.
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Despite di allegations and counter allegations di Inec REC for Edo state, Dr Anugbum Onuoha say di process go kontinu.
Di govnorship candidate of di Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Asuerinme Ighodalo no happy at all sake of how di 2024 Edo State govnorship election waka.
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