Politics
Protest Erupts In Ogun State Over Election Outcome
On Tuesday, the PDP supporters in Ogun State took to the streets to protest the outcome of the governorship election results which led to the incumbent Governor Dapo Abiodun of the APC being declared the winner.
The protest which took place at the INEC office in Abeokuta was led by the PDP candidate Oladipupo Adebutu.
However, security operatives prevented the protesters from entering the premises, which resulted in chaos. During the confusion, an NSCDC official fired a gunshot to disperse the crowd.
Following the gunshot, the angry protesters chased him and threw stones at him as he fled. This resulted in injuries to several security personnel, including officials from the Department of State Services who were caught in the melee.
The protesters were carrying placards with various inscriptions, such as “INEC should save our democracy”, “INEC betrayed the people of Ogun”, “Electoral fraud will not stand”, “INEC should respect people’s wishes”, “INEC should stop being biased”, and “Ogun election was inconclusive, INEC correct yourself”. They were also singing anti-INEC songs as they protested the outcome of the election.
Despite their efforts, the protesters were prevented from gaining access to the INEC office by heavily armed security operatives.
Oladipupo Adebutu, the PDP candidate, spoke at the entrance of the office and stated that he was there to submit a petition. He also made it clear that the protesters would not leave the premises until officials from the electoral commission addressed their concerns.
According to Oladipupo Adebutu, the PDP had submitted multiple protest letters to the commission, demanding a review of the results of the Saturday election and a re-run in polling units where the elections were either cancelled or disrupted.
He expressed his regret that security agencies were being used against the will of the people, warning that such actions could spark another #Endsars protest.
Adebutu said, “We are here to protest, but unfortunately we have been confronted by security men, shooting sporadically into the air, in the hope that they would disperse us, but we are resolute, we are going to stay here until we are addressed by officials of INEC.
“We contend that the measures by which other states have been treated and they are allowed to have rerun should apply to Ogun State.’’ he added.
Adebutu also pointed out that the governorship elections in Adamawa and Kebbi states were declared inconclusive, and he believed the same should apply to Ogun State.
Afterwards, Adebutu had a closed-door meeting with some INEC officials. When he emerged from the meeting, he urged his supporters to remain peaceful and law-abiding.
In the wake of the 2024 US presidential election, political endorsements have sparked controversy.
Kamala Harris received support from high-profile figures such as P. Diddy, Cardi B, Barack Obama, and Beyoncé, while Donald Trump gained endorsements from the Tate brothers, Elon Musk, and rapper Lil Wayne.
Some supporters of Trump celebrated the outcome, claiming that Americans chose “God over the devil,” with implications for a shift in cultural content, including less LGBTQ+ representation.
A twitter user reacting to the outcome said: “Kamala Harris was endorsed by the likes of P Diddy (Devil with horns), Cardi B (prostitute) , Barack Obama and Beyoncé (devil). Donald Trump was endorsed by the Tate Brothers, Elon Musk. And Lil Wayne. The People of America chose God over the devil. We gonna see less gay content”
Another user @BafanaSuprise posted pictures of Barrack obama, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris noted that”Biggest losers in history 😂😂. Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Kama Harris!
These three were forcing Men to be pregnant, they were forcing Children to transition. They were enforcing evil into this World!”
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@SLH2806 said: “America is ready to heal…. He is the man who will take us there. Thanks to all of you (his family). & to all those who helped raise his voice”
@gautam_adani said: “If there is one person on Earth who stands as the embodiment of unbreakable tenacity, unshakeable grit, relentless determination and the courage to stay true to his beliefs, it is Donald Trump. Fascinating to see America’s democracy empower its people and uphold the nation’s founding principles. Congratulations to the 47th POTUS-elect”
Donald Trump won the 2024 U.S. presidential election in a stunning comeback, securing more than 270 Electoral College votes, with a victory in the key swing state of Wisconsin.
Despite legal troubles and controversies, including multiple criminal indictments, Trump prevailed by capitalising on voter concerns about the economy, immigration, and rising prices.
His campaign focused on addressing issues like inflation and crime, while presenting Kamala Harris as unable to manage these problems.
Trump’s victory was driven by strong support from rural, white, non-college-educated voters, Hispanics, and lower-income households. The win also saw Republicans gain a majority in the Senate, though control of the House remains uncertain.
Afrobeats star, David Adeleke, known as Davido, is thrilled to have cast his vote in the ongoing US elections, marking his first time of participating in an American election.
Born in Atlanta, Davido shared his excitement about the milestone.
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Sharing a picture of himself shortly after casting his vote, the singer wrote, “First time voter !! ”
Earlier, he shared a post on X urging Americans to go out and cast their votes peacefully.
“Election Day yall be safe as you perform your constitutional rights ❤️,” he wrote.
However, he refrained from publicly endorsing any candidate.
The minors who were just released by the Federal Government for their involvement in the end bad governance protest have arrived at the presidential villa, where they will meet briefly with government officials.
Recall that the Federal Government dropped the treason charges levelled against them for their participation in the protest that was held across the country.
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However, a source within the presidency confirmed that the governors of Kano and Kaduna States are already on ground to receive the minors and thereafter hand them over to their respective families.
The source also noted that the meeting will commence by 2pm at the Auditorium in the State House.
Following the directive of the President, Bola Tinubu on Monday, the office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, had early Tuesday morning, took over the case file and notified the Federal High Court in Abuja of his decision to discontinue the case against the protesters.
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