Author: The Nation

Founder of Living Faith Church, Bishop David Oyedepo at the weekend described the late Mrs Hilda Adefarasin, mother of House on The Rock Pastor, Paul Adefarasin, as a lover  of God, who exudes the love of God like her natural breath.

It was at Hilda’s funeral service at Guiding Light Assembly, Ikoyi, Lagos.

She died at 98.

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Femi Pedro, House of Representatives Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, Pastor Tunde Bakare, Pastor Idowu Iluyomade, Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, Abah Folawiyo, Segun Awolowo and Olumide Akpata were among dignitaries at the funeral.

Bishop  Oyedepo said he  had a close relationship with the deceased for three decades

“… I met her some 27 years ago and all I saw was the flowing love of God in her life. She loved God, she exhumes the love of God like her natural breath, and she was after the things of God with all her heart…” said Oyedepo.

Otunba Subomi Balogun described her as a gracious lady with kindness and softness.

He said: “When Deolu was commissioning House on The  Rock Church in Lekki, Mrs Adefarasin was around and she was one of the people in her gentle way who acknowledged me and spoke to me and my wife, she was a gracious lady, God bless her.”

Pastor Adefarasin thanked everyone at the funeral while also recognising his eldest brother, Pastor Wale Adefarasin for his leadership.

“To our leader in the family, we ought not to do this but it oozes us to do what’s right. Pastor Wale, thank you for your leadership. In all of the siblings, we see mummy’s soft power, her soft virtue and her firm hands especially in our leader. It is an honor and joy to follow you.”

Acting Chairman, FCT Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS), Mr. Haruna Abdullahi, says it ranks high in revenue generation because of the agency’s commitment to widening the tax net in the area.

He said this in a statement by Mr. Mustapha Sumaila, FCT-IRS head of Corporate Communications, in Abuja yesterday.

According to the statement, Abdullahi said this at the 2023 Summit of Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for members, partners and students in Abuja.

The FCT-IRS boss said one of the strategies put in place by the agency to boost revenue generation was prioritising institutional framework that would outlive the current management.

“We have been working in the last two years to build the institutional framework that will fit into globally- recognised institutions.

“We have stepped up our awareness campaigns to educate taxpayers on all our processes as well as mobilise prospective taxpayers to be in the tax net.

“Our engagement with our major stakeholders has also been enhanced overtime, as we constantly engage with them.

“We update and educate them on decisions, introduction and direction of policies,” he said.

Abdullahi further said: “Capacity building of workers has also been of utmost priority.

“This is because we cannot have efficient and committed workforce if the workers are not well trained to deliver optimally.

“From what we have done so far, there will be visible impact in terms of what the service will be generating in the next few years.”

On importance of mentorship at the event, the acting chairman said mentors were important when making career choices.

The acting chairman, a Fellow of ACCA, said it was also critical for people who had carved a niche for themselves to identify talents and impact positively on them.

• Campaign DG hails polls

Director General of the Lagos State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Organisation, Senator Ganiyu Solomon, has urged Lagosians to expect better performance from the Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led administration in its second term.

He said Governor Sanwo-Olu delivered on his THEMES agenda for the first term, so the people should expect a THEMES PLUS performance in the second term.

Solomon said: “The people voted for Governor Sanwo-Olu in 2019 when he brought his THEMES agenda, and he delivered well above this. Certain things also happened outside the THEMES agenda, which he managed well to the satisfaction of Lagosians, and even earning the title ‘Incident Commander’, following the COVID-19 pandemic. If you have such a person, you can imagine what will happen because he has demonstrated it before.

“This tells us we should expect THEMES PLUS in this second term because he did as he promised during the first term. If anything at all happens, we can surely handle it.” He scored the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) high for its conduct of the elections, especially with the technology deployed.

He also hailed INEC for its handling of the poll, especially through the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) technology.

Solomon noted that any innovation brought into any particular election would take cognisance of prevailing technology at that point in time.

He said: “INEC brought the BVAS and I believe it’s working well for this particular time, given the current technology. Maybe in another cycle of election, it would have become obsolete, but what we have now is good enough to cater to our technology needs.” 

“It also shows that we are open to everything, the most important being that in this era of data collection, we can have a near accurate data through the BVAS and stop the narrative that Nigerians do not have database. Whatever addition is needed can be gotten from other sources like the immigration, drivers licence, among others.

“I am also making these predictions based on our president-elect’s pedigree of championing innovations. No one has discussed it with Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, but I am certain that with Tinubu in charge, we will have an almost accurate database in Nigeria because he will come with policies that will ensure everything is taken care of. And I am sure by the time he is leaving, Nigeria should have about 90 per cent accurate database.”

• Moved to Abuja

By Nwanosike Onu, Awka and Emma Elekwa, Onitsha

A suspected supporter of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, has been arrested for allegedly making a tweet deemed to be against Anambra State governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo.

The Nation gathered that the pro-Obi supporter, Nnamdi Chude, arrested on Saturday in Onitsha, had been moved to Abuja headquarters of the Nigeria Police.

A source said: “Chude, a fervent supporter of Labour Party, tweeted on Saturday, alleging that Soludo’s party, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), was involved in the rigging of the House of Assembly election.

“The man (Chude) insisted that Soludo was instrumental to the rigging, and that some thugs were carting away ballot boxes. He said such action amounted to dragging Anambra back to the inglorious era.

“The man was later arrested in Onitsha by police operatives, and moved to the state capital, Awka.”

Press Secretary to Anambra State governor Christian Aburime said the governor had no hand in the arrest and was unaware of his crime.

He said: “The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Police Command, has confirmed to the governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo that Mr. Nnamdi Chude was arrested yesterday (18/03/23) in Anambra by the Cyber Crime Unit of Interpol and taken to Abuja today (19/03/23).

“Anambra State Government has no information about any specific allegations or basis of his arrest.”

• Minister, Ekiti deputy governor express shock

Ekiti State former governor Dr. Kayode Fayemi has expressed grief about the death of Chief Bisi Egbeyemi, who served as his deputy from 2018 to 2022.

The ex-deputy governor died on Friday night after a brief illness. He was 78. 

Fayemi, the former chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF), described Egbeyemi’s death as a rude shock and a great loss to Ekiti State and Nigeria.

He described Egbeyemi as a loyal and diligent political leader, who contributed to their administration’s successes and Ekiti State’s development.

Fayemi said: “I’m deeply saddened by the news of the death of Chief Egbeyemi. He was a remarkable political leader, who was selfless and motivated by the common good of the people.

‘’We worked closely for four years and I could not have had a better deputy. He was devoted, committed, outspoken and unwavering in his support of our vision for a stable and prosperous Ekiti State, built on the ‘Omoluabi’ values that are the hallmark of our state.

“Otunba Egbeyemi was a devoted family man. He was kind, cheerful, generous and full of wise counsel. He often put the needs of others ahead of his own and was a consummate politician, who placed people at the centre of his politics. 

‘’His passing is both shocking and saddening. A good man has gone home. It is a great loss for the people of Ekiti State and Nigeria. Nonetheless, we take comfort in the knowledge that he lived a good life and made an indelible impact that will be remembered for generations to come. 

‘’On behalf of my wife, Bisi, and our entire family, my condolences go to the Egbeyemi family. We pray for a sweet repose of his soul and wish the family the courage and fortitude to bear this loss.”

Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Otunba Adeniyi Adebayo, has described as shocking, the death of Otunba Egbeyemi.

In a statement at the weekend by his media aide, Ifedayo Sayo, the minister said Egbeyemi’s death was not only a personal loss, but that of the state, as the deceased served Ekiti with honesty and dedication to duty in all political appointments held by him.

Ekiti Deputy Governor Mrs. Monisade Afuye has described the death of her predecessor, Chief Egbeyemi, as shocking, sudden, painful and devastating to the government and people of the state.

She spoke yesterday in Ado-Ekiti during a condolence visit to the family of the deceased.

Afuye described the late Egbeyemi, an indigene of Ado-Ekiti, as a progressive politician, who valued integrity and contributed to the development of the state in many ways.

Egbeyemi was ex-chairman of Ado-Ekiti Local Government.

The deputy governor urged the family to take solace in the remarkable achievements in terms of contributions to the building of Ekiti in all facets by the deceased.

Afuye, who was received by the deceased’s daughter, Mrs. Bolaji Olagbaju, said Egbeyemi’s progressive instinct had etched his name in gold “as one leader with penchant for honesty, sacrifice and team spirit.

“Chief Egbeyemi was outstanding in leadership, as exemplified in his charismatic leadership as Ado-Ekiti council boss, a deputy governor, as well as a community leader, who held the traditional title of Otunba of Ado-Ekiti.

“I pray that the good Lord will uphold and console his immediate family, Ado-Ekiti citizens and the entire Ekiti people over the tragic loss of this grassroots politician. May God grant his soul eternal rest.”

The deceased’s daughter thanked the deputy governor for the visit.

THE United Nations (UN) has condemned the recent spate of violence in some parts of the country.

Earlier this week, several innocent women and children were killed in Zangon Kataf Local Government of Kaduna State and Kwande Council of Benue State.

National Information Officer, UN Information Centre (UNIC), Oluseyi Soremekun, in a statement yesterday, said: “What is alarming is the barbaric and senseless killings of young children, including a young boy, who was abducted and murdered in the most brutal manner in the local government. This spate of violence comes soon after another series of violent incidents where numerous people, including children, were killed in Kwande Local Government.

“The UN strongly condemns these attacks, which have resulted in the deaths of dozens of people, including children, some of whom were toddlers, women and men. We are also concerned that people continued to be killed and injured in subsequent attacks.”

The statement urged groups involved in conflicts to cease hostilities and refrain from attacking innocent civilians, especially women and children, who have nothing to do with the conflict.

“We also call for a lasting solution to be found that will provide a sustainable and peaceful resolution to the conflict,” it said.

The statement quoted the UN Resident Coordinator for Nigeria, Matthias Schmale, as warning that “these atrocities must not continue unchecked.”

“The UN stands with the government and people of Nigeria in their efforts to end this senseless violence, bring to justice perpetrators and ensure that all citizens are protected and able to live in peace and security.

“We call on all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution to this violence and to respect the sanctity of human life. The UN remains committed to supporting the government and people of Nigeria in their quest for a peaceful and prosperous nation,” the statement said.

By Emmanuel Oladesu, Bisi Olaniyi, Nwanosike Onu, Emma Elekwa, Chris Njoku, Toby Dedeji, Simon Utebor, Rasaq Ibrahim, Osagie Otabor

Governors have maintained their holds on the Houses of Assembly, according to the results of the weekend elections announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). 

The results contrasted with the outcome of the presidential election held three weeks ago.

In the last two weeks, the governors have embarked on aggressive campaigns and mobilisation for the governorship and state parliamentary polls.

In Edo State, Governor Godwin Obaseki of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had cried out that former Governor Adams Oshiomhole, All Progressives Congress (APC) senator-elect, was mobilising aggressively to return more party members into the House for the purpose of commencing an impeachment process against him.

In Anambra, APGA Governor Chukwuma Soludo and Labour Party (LP) have been at loggerheads over preparations for the polls. The LP presidential candidate, former Governor Peter Obi, won the presidential poll in the state.

Edo:

Yesterday, Edo PDP won 13 of the 24 seats in the state legislature, while APC won nine and Labour Party(LP), which won the presidential poll, two seats. 

PDP won in Akoko Edo 1, Akoko Edo 2, Owan West, Esan Central, Igueben, Esan Southeast, Esan Northeast 2, Uhunmwonde, Orhionmwon 1, Ovia Northeast 1, Ovia Northeast 2, Oredo 1, Oredo 2 and Ikpoba-Okha constituencies.

APC emerged victorious in Etsako West 1, Etsako West 2, Etsako Central, Etsako East, Owan East, Esan West, Esan Northeast 1, Orhionmwon 2 and Ovia Southwest constituencies.

LP won in Egor and Oredo West constituencies.

In Esan West Constituency, Jonathan Ibhamalu of APC polled 7,790 votes to defeat Ehizogie Ihenyen of PDP with 5,756 votes, while LP’s Clifford Inegbedion had 4,476 votes.

In Owan West Constituency, Blessing Agbebaku of PDP polled 9,839 votes to defeat Michael Ezomo of APC, who had 7,565 votes.

In Owan East constituency, Eric Okaka of APC polled 15,659 votes to defeat Aminu Kadiri of the PDP, who scored 9,333 votes.

In Etsako East constituency, Kingsley Ogabi of APC won with 16,328 votes to defeat Emmanuel Akamba of PDP, who polled 11,959 votes.

In Etsako Central constituency, Waziri Oshomah of APC won with 11, 014 votes, thereby defeating PDP’s Damian Lawani, who polled 6,405 votes.

Meanwhile, the Speaker of Edo House of Assembly, Marcus Onobun, of PDP, who currently represents Esan West constituency, has been declared winner of the rescheduled House of Representatives’ election for Esan Central/Esan West/Igueben constituency of Edo.

Onobun, according to the INEC  Returning Officer, Prof. Solomon Omonigho, polled 17,611 votes to defeat the candidate of the APC, Patrick Idiake, who had 16,509 votes.

Anambra: 

In Anambra State, APGA won 17 seats, while LP won seven, PDP won two and Young Progressive Party (YPP) won three. 

The Speaker of the House of Assembly, Uchenna Okafor, lost his third term bid to the PDP candidate for Ayamelum Constituency, Abuchi Bernard Udemezue.

Similarly, Deputy Majority Leader of the House and APGA candidate for Orumba North, Emeka Aforka, lost out in his second term bid to Candidate of Labour Party (LP), Hon. Paul Obu.

Obu secured 10,212 votes against Aforka’s 7,675 votes.

Also, member representing Awka North and candidate of PDP, John Nwokoye, lost out to a fresher and candidate of APGA, Chimezie Ikwunne.

The Returning Officer, Prof. George Onwudiwe, said Udemezue (PDP) scored 12,993 votes to defeat Okafor of APGA who polled 11,445.

INEC Returning Officer for Awka North constituency, Dr Martina Egenti, announced that Ikwunne polled 7199 votes to defeat Nwokoye who scored 6110.

Also, LP candidate for Anaocha 1, Ms Nkechi Ogbuefi, retired the incumbent member and candidate of PDP, Ebele Ejimofor, who sought third term, while Hon. Ejike Okechukwu of APGA retained his seat for Anaocha 2 constituency.

Also, member representing Onitsha North 1, Douglas Egbuna of PDP retained his seat with 7140 votes against Candidate of LP, Chukwunenye Azuka, who got 7135 votes, according to results declared by Returning Officer, Dr Gideon Ezu.

Returning Officer for Dunukofia constituency, Prof. Alvan-Ikoku Nwamara, announced that APGA’s candidate, Jude Azotani, polled 7488 votes to defeat PDP flag bearer, Achike Onuah who secured 4333 votes.

Also, results so far declared by INEC showed that Ebuka Igwe of LP won Idemili South, Engr. Emma Nwafor of APGA clinched Orumba South seat, and Emmanuel Anayo Okpalaeke of APGA emerged winner at Aguata 1.

Similarly, Young Progressive Party (YPP) flag bearer for Nnewi North,  Comrade Augustine Ike emerged victorious, just as YPP candidate for Nnewi South 1, Nonso Atuchukwu and his colleague and incumbent member for Nnewi South 2, Hon. Johnbosco Akaegbobi retained his seat.

There was uneasy calm at the INEC collation center in Awka South Local Government Area as party faithful  clamored for final result of Awka Constituency 1 to be declared.

The collation of the results was reportedly suspended last night following detection of irregularities in some polling units.

The Electoral Officer (EO) who was behind the suspension of the collation and postponed it to 3pm today is yet to be seen at the time of filling this report.

Imo:

In Imo State, APC won 25 of 27 constituencies. 

However, the poll was declared inconclusive in Ahaizu Mbaise Constituency.

According to the electoral commission, the election was marred by violence in Isu Local Government Area. 

According to the results,  Hon. Eddy Obinna of APC won Aboh Mbaise Constituency,  Dominic Ezerioha (APC, Oru West), Ebonine Benneth Ozioma, (APC, Njaba), Duru Iheonukara Johnson, (APC, Ideato South), Ojukwu Thaddeus Chisom, (APC, Nkwerre), 

Olemgbe Chike, (APC, Ihitte Uboma), Nwaneri Chigozie Reginald, (APC, Oru East),and Egu Obinna Ambrose, (APC, Ngor Okpala). 

Others are Onyemachi Kanayo, (APC, Owerri West), Agbaso Henry Chinemerem, (APC, Ezinihitte), Nwosu Gilbert Chidozie, (APC, Oguta), Udeze Ernest Okechukwu,  (APC, Ideato North), Ibeh Kennedy (APC, Obowo),  Ogbunikpe Chidi Samuel

(APC, Okigwe), and Ofurum Kelechi Onumajuru

(APC, Owerri North). 

Bayelsa:

The Speaker of Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Ingobere Abraham, was re-elected to represent the Brass Constituency III.

Declaring the results in Brass Local Government Area, the Returning Officer, Dr Jeremiah Samuel, declared that the Speaker, who ran on the platform of the PDP, scored 5,973 votes to defeat Yousuo Oberiakuma of the APC, who scored 981 votes.

Daniel Otaribara of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) polled 253 votes.

APGA created an upset in the elections by stopping two top PDP lawmakers.

 In Yenagoa Constituency II, Waikumo Amakoromo polled 4,971 to stop the third term ambition of the Chief Whip, Mrs Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, who polled 4,583 votes.

Also in Nembe Constituency I, Ebi Ben Ololo’s third term ambition was also stopped by Mr Oteigbanyo George-Braah of APGA, who polled 2,928 to defeat the former who polled 2,356.

In Sagbama Constituency I, Oyinke Godbless Nanatumieyeseigha of the PDP,who scored 9,633 votes, was declared winner by the RO, Dr. Anthony Okoye

In Sagbama Constituency III, Ebizi Brown of the PDP was declared elected, scoring 6,462 votes.

In Nembe Constituency II, the APC candidate, Edward Brigidi, who scored 1,651 votes, was declared winner against the AA candidate, Joel Francis, who polled 16 votes and Amiefamonyo Fredrick of the ADC, who polled 16 votes.

In Nembe Constituency III, APC candidate, Douglas Sampson scored 1,367 to beat the candidates of the PDP, West Alalibo, and the Labour Party (LP), Bridget Menanini, who scored 461 and 12 votes respectively.

In Sagbama Constituency II, Bernard Kenebai of the PDP was declared winner by the Returning Officer, Prof Comfort Mbachu, after securing 5,780 to beat Highlife Peremobowei Humphrey of the APC who polled 2,684 votes and Wilson Felix of the LP who got 167 votes.

The Returning Officer for Brass Constituency I,  Dr Mbosowo Etukudo, declared Charles Daniel of the PDP winner with 4,116 votes.

Ekeremor Constituency II was won by Mitin Ebibaekebena of the PDP who scored 9,067 votes to beat Olorogun Kennedy of the APC (2,800) votes and Awolowo R.T. who polled 1,047?

The Ekeremor Constituency I was won by Tare Porri of the PDP who polled 4,216 votes against APC candidate Dumbo Yokoro who got 1,562 and Gita Matthew of the SDP who scored 973 votes

In Kolokuma/Opokuma Constituency I, Werinipre Pamoh of the PDP scored 7,536 votes, Appah Kelvin of APGA scored 1,474 and Duabofa Duopamo of the APC polled  1,314 votes.

In Kolokuma/Opokuma Constituency II, Wisdom Fafi of the  PDP scored 6,708 votes to be declared winner, while Isowo Priebi Cross of the APC got 3,362 votes.

Ekiti: 

In Ekiti State, APC won 23 seats while SDP won two. 

The results clearly showed the election was a two-horse race between the ruling APC and SDP, with PDP relegated to the background.

The APC candidate in Ado Constituency I, Ayo Adegbite, garnered  7,544 votes to defeat his closest challenger, Olakunle Ojo of the SDP, who scored 676 votes.

In Ekiti East Constituency 1, the APC candidate, Oluwole Fatoba, who scored 3,595 votes, lost to SDP candidate, Oladele Ogunsakin who polled 4,566.

Also, Ayodeji Ajayi, candidate of the APC for Ise/Orun was defeated by the SDP candidate, Babatunde Omotayo, who scored 7,498 votes against 6,785.

In Irepodun/Ifelodun constituency 1, the Deputy Speaker and APC candidate, Hakeem Jamiu, was re-elected with 4,792 to defeat the SDP candidate, Ologuntoye Olubunmi, who polled 2,150.

The APC candidate for Oye constituency 1, Longe Temitope, won with 5,789 votes, defeating his main challenger and candidate of the PDP, Ayodele Samson.

Other winners are Christiana Solanke (APC) – Moba I, Awoniyi Jacob (APC)- Moba 2 ; Idowu Odebunmi (APC) -Oye II;

Ebenezer Ayorinde (APC) – Ido/Osi II ; Martins Ojo (APC) – Ijero; Babatunde Oke (APC) – Ikere I; Kehinde Adaramodu (APC) – Ekiti South West 1 ; Tolulope Ige(APC) -Ekiti South West II, Mariam Ogunlade (APC) – Emure, Bolaji Olagbaju (APC) – Ado II; Teju Okuyiga (APC) -Gbonyin and Bola Olowookere (APC) -Efon.

Others are Wole Akanle (APC) -Ekiti East 2 ; Kareem Agunbiade (APC) -Ekiti West 1 ; Johnson Bode-Adeoye (APC) – Ekiti West II ; Lawrence Idowu (APC) -Ikere II ; Babafemi Fatunla(APC) – Ikole 1; Adeoye Aribasoye (APC) -Ikole II Femi Akindele (APC) -Irepodun/Ifelodun 1, and Iyabode Fakunle-Okeimen (APC) – Ilejemeje.

The election in Ido/Osi constituency 1 was declared inconclusive because the total number of cancelled votes were more than the margin of lead.

Ondo:

Candidates between the ages of 30 and 45 won 12 seats, representing 46.1 percent, in the Ondo State House of Assembly.

A total of 14 political parties fielded 208 candidates for 26 seats; 93 candidates, representing 44.7% were young people who are less than 40 years old. 47 of the candidates representing 22.5% were above 50 while the rest representing 32.7% are between 40 and 50 years old.

The youngest candidate that won is Moyinolorun Ogunwumiju, 33, while the oldest is Witherspoon Morenike, 63.

APC candidates won 22 seats while PDP candidates won four seats.

Four out of 26 females that contested in the polls won elections on the platform of the APC.

The elected women are Witherspoon Atinuke (Owo II) Fayemi Annah (Ilaje II) and Ogunlowo Oluwatosin (Idanre).

Four incumbent lawmakers, Tomide Akinribido (Ondo West 1 PDP); Favour Tomomewo (Ilaje 2, ADC); Hon Taofeeq Muhammed (Akoko Northwest 2, APC) and Toluwani Borokini (Akure South1, APC) suffered defeat at the polls.

The incumbent lawmakers that emerged victorious at the polls were Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi (Owo 1 APC/ Majority Leader); Oladiji Olamide (Ondo east APC); Ololade Gbegudu (Okitipupa 11, APC); and Abayomi Akinruntan (Ilaje 1, APC) who is winning for the third term.

Constituencies won by the PDP candidates were Akoko Northwest II  (Afe Felix) Akoko Southwest 1 (Daodu Raymond) Akoko Southwest II (Abulu Akeem) and Akure South I (Oguntodu Olajide Johnson).

Other elected lawmakers into Ondo Assembly were Hon Tiamiyi Atere (Akoko Northwest 1) Oguntodu Johnson (Akure South I) Abitogun Stephen (Akure South II) Japhet Victor (Akoko Northeast) Suleiman Muritala (Akoko Southeast) Ologede Micheal (Akure North) Allen Oluwatotin (Ese-Odo) Akomolafe Temitope (Ifedore)

Akinsoroju Nelson (Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo) Ogulana Akinwumi (Irele) Ifabiyi Olatunji (Odigbo 1) Fasonu Oluwarotun

(Odigbo II) Ayebusiwa Chris (Okitipupa 1)  Oshati Emmanuel (Ose).

Spokesman for the Ondo APC, Alex Kalejaiye, said the outcome of the polls showed candidates fielded by the party were popular among their people.

The PDP spokesman, Kennedy Peretei, said the party was studying the results.

“We sare studying the results and in the shortest possible time we will come up with official statement.”

Osun:

27-year-old elected lawmaker as PDP won Osun 25 State Assembly seats, APC got one

…APC kicks

PDP has won 25 of 26 seats in the  Osun State Assembly.

APC candidate Olufemi Popoola won Boluwaduro/Boripe Constituency, the constituency of the former governor, Adegboyega Oyetola

 A 27-year-old medical doctor, Kasope Abolarin, won the Ifedayo State Constituency seat.

Governor Ademola Adeleke commended Osun State residents for giving the party overwhelming support during the presidential and state assembly polls. 

However, APC Acting-Chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, in a statement, cautioned PDP against rejoicing, saying  that the  conduct of the polls  wasshameful and unjustifiable.

Dr Mutiu Agboke, the INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner, explained why the result of the Boripe/ Boluwaduro Constituency could not be announced by the returning officers.

He said a decision could not be reached on the winner by the Returning Officer at that time.

He added that Section 65 of the Electoral Act  gives the power of “reviewing” to INEC, adding that “it is that power of review that  the commission explored in solving the issue.

He stressed: “Just like the Returning Officer said, it took us several hours before finding a solution.”

 Dr Akanmu Alex, the Returning Officer for Boripe/Boluwaduro state constituency, had declared Mr Popoola Olufemi of APC as winner of the election.

Alex of Department of Science Education, University of Ilorin,  while announcing the result amidst tight security, said Olufemi scored 15,594, while his closest contender, Aina Adesina of PDP scored 14,817 votes.

He said: “Popoola Olufemi of the APC,  having satisfied the requirements of the law is declared winner of Boripe/Boluwaduro State Constituency at the concluded Osun House of Assembly Election.”

The 25 state constituencies won by PDP are; Ifelodun, Ifedayo, Irepodun/Orolu, Odo-Otin, Olorunda, Osogbo, Atakumosa East and West, Ife Central, Ife East, Ife North, Ife South, Ilesa East, Ilesa West, Obokun, Oriade, Ayedaade, Ayedire, Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore, Irewole/Isokan, Iwo, Ola-Oluwa, and Ejigbo.

Kogi:

Kogi has 25 constituencies. APC won in Omala, Kogi Lokoja, Okehi, Okene, Ajaokuta, Adavi and Kabba Bunu, Mopa Amuro, Yagba West and Ankpa.

Also, APC  won in Dekina 1 and 11 Constituencies, Olamaboro and Ibaji.

The PDP won in Bassa and Ogori Magongo State Constituencies while the ADC won in Yagba West State Constituencies.

Collation of results is still ongoing in the remaining constituencies.