Edo election 2024
10 Nov
Since the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, political discourse in Nigeria have centered on electoral integrity and accountability; how electoral contests should be conducted to reflect the very will of the people and enhance Nigeria’s democratic experience. The Edo governorship election has been widely condemned by both local and international observers on account…
25 Sep
From The Governor-elect of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has been called upon to ensure an all-inclusive government. The South-South Zonal Organising Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Dr. Blessing Agbomhere who made the call urged Okpebholo to utilize the human and natural resources in Edo to transform the state. In a congratulatory message, Agbomhere…
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Senator Ede Dafinone of Delta Central Senatorial District has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo, the newly elected governor of Edo State. Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, emerged victorious in the September 21, 2024, governorship election with 291,667 votes, defeating the People's Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Asue Ighodalo, who garnered 247,274…
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