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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State on Saturday accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of allegedly mounting pressure on the military to withdraw from collation centers, intending to manipulate the election outcome. In a statement, the State Chairman of the PDP, Dr. Tony Aziegbemi, said that the APC is doing this to pave…
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Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has commended the Enugu Local Government Council election as democracy in action, lauding the electoral process and massive voter turnout. Mbah gave the commendation after casting his ballot at Owo Ward in Nkanu East Local Government Area in the Saturday council election. “This is a major milestone for…
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The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room (NCSSR) on Saturday expressed worry over the widespread instances of blatant vote buying and selling across several polling units, despite the presence of security personnel during today’s governorship election in Edo State. Briefing newsmen on its interim statement on the 2024 Edo Governorship election, Yunusa Z. Ya’u Convener, Nigeria…
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The Federal Government says it will continue to provide an enabling environment for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) to exercise their rights to vote and be voted for during elections. Chief Ayuba Gufwan, the Executive Secretary, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) said this on Saturday in Abuja. Gufwan spoke to journalists while responding…
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Gov. Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto State has pledged to ensure greater financial autonomy for the local government councils to enhance their ability to impact the lives of the citizens. Aliyu made this commitment after casting his vote at the Magajin Rafi Model Primary School polling unit in Tudun Wda “A,’Sokoto South Local Government Area during…