Edo Tribunal: Orbih, Ojezua, Nehikhare differ on judgement
The Edo State Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja has confirmed Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the September 21, 2024, governorship election. The tribunal, led by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, ruled in favor of Okpebholo, rejecting the petition from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Dr. Asue Ighodalo. […]
Edo guber: PDP dismisses leaked judgement as Ighodalo, Okpebholo know fate today
The Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal is set to deliver its judgment today, deciding the fate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, in their challenge against the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The PDP and Ighodalo argue that the September 21, 2024, election was […]
Edo Election Tribunal Stalls As INEC Fails To Present Witnesses
The hearing at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal was delayed on February 5, 2025, when the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) failed to present its witnesses. The tribunal is hearing a petition from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, who are challenging the results of the September 21, 2024, […]
Edo Election: Dino Melaye Claims APC Members Have Taken Over PDP Leadership
Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has voiced his concerns over the state of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), claiming that the party’s leadership has been infiltrated by members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). His comments came after the recent governorship election in Edo State, which saw the PDP suffer a significant loss. Melaye […]
Okpebholo as Winner of Edo Governorship Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner of the Edo state governorship election held on Saturday, September 21. The results were announced by INEC’s Returning Officer, Prof Faruk Kuta, who confirmed that Okpebholo secured 291,667 votes to beat his main competitors. Asue Ighodalo of […]
Davido and Governor Sanwo-Olu’s Aide, Jubril Gawat, Engage in Heated Clash Over Edo Elections
In a recent clash on social media, Nigerian superstar Davido and Jubril Gawat, the Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, found themselves at odds over the ongoing governorship election in Edo State. The feud unfolded on X (formerly Twitter) and quickly became a trending topic, drawing attention to the […]
Davido Criticizes INEC and Explains His Interest in the Edo Gubernatorial Election
Singer Davido has recently taken to social media to voice his concerns about the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its conduct during the ongoing Edo gubernatorial election. On September 21, he shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), where he articulated his reasons for being invested in this crucial election. In his message, Davido […]
Edo Election: Voting Begins in Esan West, Senior Citizen Praises Peaceful Process
The Edo state elections kicked off today with a strong sense of community and order in Esan West Local Government Area. At Eguare Primary School, voting commenced promptly at 8:30 am, attracting eager voters to Units 2, 3, and 11. As residents arrived at the polling stations, they were greeted by the sight of security […]
Two Political Thugs Arrested in Edo Before Governorship Election; Firearms Seized
As the governorship election approaches in Edo State, the Nigeria Police Force is taking strong measures to ensure a peaceful electoral process. In a recent operation, police arrested two individuals identified as political thugs, underscoring their commitment to preventing electoral violence. The arrests took place during an overnight raid on September 21, just hours before […]
Edo State Government Accuses Oshiomhole of Plotting to Rig Governorship Election
The Edo State government has made serious allegations against former governor Adams Oshiomhole ahead of the upcoming governorship election on September 21. According to the government, Oshiomhole is planning to rig the election in his hometown of Iyamho. At a press conference in Benin City, Chris Nehikhare, the State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, claimed […]