Abia state election news today

Here are some recent news updates on Abia State elections:

Abia State Governorship Election Results

• The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the Abia State governorship election. Ikpeazu polled 261,127 votes to defeat his closest rival, Uche Ogah of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who got 169,892 votes. (Source: Vanguard, March 10, 2023)
• The election was held on March 9, 2023, and was characterized by reports of violence, ballot snatching, and voter intimidation in some areas. (Source: Premium Times, March 10, 2023)

Abia State House of Assembly Election Results

• The INEC has declared winners in the Abia State House of Assembly elections. The PDP won 24 out of the 24 seats contested, while the APC won none. (Source: Leadership, March 10, 2023)
• The election was also marred by reports of violence and irregularities in some areas. (Source: The Nation, March 10, 2023)

Reactions to the Election Results

• The PDP has hailed the election results as a victory for democracy, while the APC has rejected the outcome, alleging widespread irregularities and rigging. (Source: This Day, March 10, 2023)
• The opposition APC has also called for the cancellation of the election results, citing reports of violence and intimidation by PDP supporters. (Source: The Punch, March 10, 2023)

Security Challenges

• The Abia State Police Command has reported that 12 persons were arrested for alleged electoral violence during the governorship and House of Assembly elections. (Source: The Guardian, March 10, 2023)
• The police have also promised to investigate reports of violence and intimidation during the elections. (Source: Daily Trust, March 10, 2023)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change as more information becomes available.