Rivers State local government election

2024 - 10 - 5

In Rivers State, Elections and Explosions Set the Stage for Chaos!

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Rivers State's local government elections are proving to be a roller-coaster ride, with explosions adding a touch of drama! Find out the latest updates and what it means for the future!

Rivers State is currently buzzing with excitement and tension as the local government elections unfold in all 23 local government areas. The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has confirmed that they've put everything in place for a peaceful voting process. However, an unexpected twist occurred as indigenes woke up to the shocking news of an explosion at the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat just hours before the ballots were set to open. With explosions and elections mingling, one can only wonder if chaos has become the new electoral partner in crime!

Voting and accreditation kicked off across various areas despite the explosive atmosphere. RSIEC's Commissioner for Public Affairs and Civic Education, Tobin Tamunotonye, reassured voters that all sensitive materials were securely dispatched to the designated polling stations. But as residents went about their civic duties, tension escalated with reports of police withdrawal from the elections, raising concerns about security and safety for voters. The local government elections are indeed a high-stakes game, making it a question of not just who votes, but whether they can do so safely.

Meanwhile, political leaders are urging the populace to remain brave and partake in this democratic exercise. The Rivers Political Elders and Leaders Forum has chimed in, urging citizens to exercise their civil rights without fear amidst the chaos. This call to action was further echoed by Atiku Abubakar, former vice president and PDP's presidential candidate in 2023, who stands firmly in support of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the election process. It seems like the winds of political wisdom are blowing through Rivers state, calling for unity in turbulent times.

As we await the results of these explosive elections, it’s crucial to recognize the unique vibe they bring. Elections are not just about ballots and boundaries; they often reflect the local mood and spirit. From echoes of jubilant celebrations to the somber reminders of conflict, Rivers state’s local government elections are on the pulse of change. And let's not forget: elections have their history of causing ripples that transcend mere politics—sometimes, they can even lead to explosive conversations (literally!).

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Rivers State Local government election live update: Explosion rock ... (BBC News)

Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) don begin di conduct of local goment election for di 23 local goment areas of di State.

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No going back on Rivers LG poll, says RSIEC (The Punch)

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission has stated that all is now set for the local government election.

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LIVE: Accreditation, Voting Begins In Rivers LG Election (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

The RSIEC Commissioner for Public Affairs and Civic Education , Tobin Tamunotonye, confirmed that sensitive materials have moved to various.

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Explosion rocks factional APC Secretariat hours to Rivers LG election (Vanguard)

Tension continues to soar in Rivers state as indigenes woke up on Saturday to the news of a suspected explosion that rocked the secretariat of the All ...

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Accreditation, Voting Commence In Ikoku Area Of Rivers State In ... (SaharaReporters.com)

Scheduled for today, Saturday, October 5, 2024, the election is expected to engage a significant number of voters in electing their local council leaders.

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Tension Rises in Rivers as Governor Fubara Insists on LG Polls ... (Arise News)

The police in Rivers have declared their withdrawal from the LG elections amid ongoing tension and legal disputes. The battle for control of the soul of ...

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VIDEO: Explosion Rocks Tony Okocha-Led Rivers APC Secretariat ... (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

The gate of the secretariat and the doors were shattered by the explosion which happened Saturday morning while local government election is taking place in ...

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Rivers LG election affirmation of rule of law - Atiku backs Fubara (Vanguard)

A former Vice President of Nigeria and PDP's Presidential candidate in 2023, Atiku Abubakar, has backed Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, ...

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LG poll: Go out and exercise your civil rights, Rivers elders urge voters (TheCable)

The Rivers Political Elders and Leaders Forum has urged residents of the state to exercise their civil rights without fears during the Saturday local ...

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BREAKING: Explosion Destroys Buildings, Property At APC ... (SaharaReporters.com)

Suspected arsonists on Saturday morning detonated explosives at the All Progressives Congress (APC), office in the state. It was learnt that buildings and ...

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PHOTOS: LG election holds in Rivers despite police absence - Daily ... (Daily Trust)

The local government election has commenced in Rivers State, despite the absence of police to man the process. Our correspondent reports that sensitive ...

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Rivers situation mirrors old Western region's crisis — Jonathan (NIGERIAN TRIBUNE)

Former President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, has expressed grave concerns about the political unrest unfolding in Rivers State.

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Fresh protests erupt against Rivers LG poll (The Punch)

Twenty-four hours after a pro-election demonstration in support of the ongoing local government elections in Rivers State, another group protested on ...

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[VIDEO] Rivers LG Poll: Voters Accuse Police Of Disrupting Results ... (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

At ward 19, Port Harcourt City Local Government Area collation centre, voters alleged that the police came in shooting and using teargas on them.

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BREAKING: APP wins 22 out of 23 chairmanship seats in Rivers LG ... (The Punch)

The Action Peoples Party has won 22 chairmanship positions out of 23 in the Rivers State local government election.

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Rivers LG Poll: APP Wins 22 Out Of 23 Chairmanship Positions (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

Saturday's declaration of results brings to an end a pulsating run to the local government election in the oil-rich state. By Joshua Ogbolugugo and Emmanuel ...

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Just In: APP wins Rivers State LG polls elections | AIT LIVE (AIT LIVE)

THE ACTION PEOPLES PARTY, APP HAS WON Chairmanship positions and councillorship seats in 22 OUT OF THE 23 LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF RIVERS STATE, ...

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Fubara regains control as APP wins 22 out of 23 chairmanship seats ... (Daily Trust)

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has regained control of the Local Government structure as his loyalists who contested elections under the Action ...

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Rivers LGA election successful without police - APP chair, Omereji (Vanguard)

"The election was peaceful and everybody voted without fear or intimidation. This is one peaceful and well-coordinated election conducted in the state.

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Pro-Wike Protesters Storm Rivers Commission, RSIEC Office To ... (SaharaReporters.com)

The crisis rocking Rivers State over the conduct of Local government elections has taken a new turn. This is as some protesters, believed to be loyal to ...

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Updated: APP wins 22 of 23 LGs in Rivers council election (Vanguard)

The Action Peoples Party, APP, has won all the 22 local government area Chairmanship seats in Rivers State announced by the Rivers State Independent ...

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APP Sweeps Rivers LG Elections As PDP, APC Warn Against Result ... (Arise News)

The Action Peoples Party (APP) has won 22 out of the 23 local government area chairmanship seats in Rivers State, according to the Rivers State Independent ...

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APC, APP candidate, score RSIEC high in Rivers LGA election (Vanguard)

…condemns burning of Okocha's office. By Davies Iheamnachor, PORT HARCOURT. The All Progressives Congress, APC, has scored the Rivers State Electoral ...

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Rivers LG Polls: RSIEC Declares APP Winner of 22 Chairmanship ... (THISDAY Newspapers)

Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt. The Action Peoples Party (APP) has cleared 22 chairmanship positions in the Rivers State local government elections held ...

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Fubara's Proxy Party, APP, Wins 22 Chairmanship Seats in Rivers ... (THISDAY Newspapers)

*Rivers political events mirror past crisis in western region, Jonathan warns*APC, PDP factions fail to stop elections&Explosions rock Rivers APC ...

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BREAKING: APP wins 22 of 23 Rivers LGAs (NIGERIAN TRIBUNE)

The Action Peoples Party (APP) has secured 22 out of the 23 chairmanship positions in the Rivers State local government election.

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Full List: Newly Elected LG Chairmen In Rivers (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

The state electoral umpire suspended the declaration of results for Etche Local Government Area (LGA) because the collation is ongoing. By Joshua Ogbologugo.

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