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APC Good-to-go for APC Presidential Primary – Gov. Akeredolu

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No religious discrimination in Ondo State — Akeredolu

 

By Edozie Obasi-Eze

Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would have a hitch-free presidential primary election on Monday.

This was contained in a statement released in Akure on Saturday by Akeredolu’s Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde.

Recall that Akeredolu is also the Chairman, of the sub-committee on Security and Compliance for the APC Special Convention and Presidential Primary Election.
He declared that the party was ready for the election, and added that work had already commenced at the venue, with security and other necessary activities as a priority.

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The governor said the APC, being a disciplined political party with disciplined members, would surely have a hitch-free primary.

In his words, “This is not our first time using this Eagle Square, we have knowledge of the venue already.

“We have already started work on the venue, on security and everything. So, we are ready. I think we are good to go.

“We are going to have a hitch-free primary. We are a disciplined party and our members will show discipline here on the D-day.”

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#Edo Decides2024: Davido Calls For Credible Election

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Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has expressed his interest in the ongoing Edo State governorship election.

BIZTELLERS reports that residents turned out in large numbers on Saturday to vote in the off-cycle gubernatorial election in Edo State.

Davido has been vocal on X, calling out the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over alleged irregularities in the election process.

His concern raised questions as to why he is so interested in the election, considering that he is not from Edo State.

Addressing the questions via his X handle, Davido explained that his late mother, Imade Veronica Adeleke was from Edo State.

He further explained that aside from his late mom being an Edo State indigene, he should be concerned as a Nigerian.

He recalled calling out INEC during the Osun State gubernatorial election when his uncle, the incumbent Governor Ademola Adeleke, was contesting.

The singer wrote, “My mom is from Edo for those wondering why I’m interested in the election … but we as Nigerians should be concerned sha .. @inecnigeria shame on you I know how many times I had to come in here and rant before they got it right in Osun ! It’s really bad. God help us.”

Davido previously endorsed the PDP candidate, Asuen Ighodalo, for the Edo gubernatorial election through his Instagram account.

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Gov Obaseki Votes, Praises Voter Turnout Amid Heavy Rainfall

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Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki participated in the ongoing governorship election by casting his vote at polling unit 19, Ward 4, located at Emokpae Primary School in Benin City.

Arriving at the polling station, he was accredited and completed the voting process in under ten minutes.

Following his vote, Obaseki expressed his satisfaction with the election process and called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a smooth collation of votes.

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He also praised the resilience of voters who turned out to exercise their franchise despite the heavy rain.

 

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#EdoDecides2024: Ighodalo, Wife Cast Votes

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The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Asue Ighodalo, has voted at his voting centre, Okaigben Ward 1, Unit 3, in Idinrio Primary School, Okaigben, Ewohimi, Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State.

Ighodalo arrived at the polling booth at about 10:33am, a few minutes after INEC’s officials arrived.

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He, alongside his wife, Ifeyinwa, cast their ballot at Okaigben Ward 1, unit 3, Idinrio Primary School, Okaigben, Ewohimi.

The couple were accredited at about 12.03pm for voting at Okaigben Ward 1, unit 3, Idinrio Primary School, Okaigben, Ewohimi.

The PDP candidate expressed dissatisfaction over the late arrival of voting materials.

He is expected to battle against the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Monday Ekpobholo, for the votes in Edo Central Senatorial District, where both candidates hail from.

The Edo Central Senatorial District comprises of Esan South-East, Igueben and Esan North East, Esan West and Esan Central LGAs.

Speaking after casting his ballot, the governorship candidate expressed displeasure over the slow pace of the process.

“The process has been slow, but thankfully, I’ve finally voted,” he said.

He, however, expresses optimism for victory.

Despite the early morning rain, voters have thronged the various polling units and cast their votes.

Voting has ended at some polling units, and results have been collated.

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