Breaking news in bayelsa election
Here are some breaking news updates on the Bayelsa State Governorship election:
Latest Update: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, David Lyon, as the winner of the Bayelsa State Governorship election.
INEC's Official Results:
- APC: David Lyon - 352,552 votes
- PDP: Duoye Diri - 341,106 votes
Reactions:
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the results, calling for a rerun. The party's candidate, Duoye Diri, has vowed to challenge the outcome in court.
- The APC has welcomed the results, hailing Lyon's victory as a testament to the party's popularity in the state.
- The Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, has congratulated Lyon on his victory, urging him to work for the development of the state.
Other Updates:
- The election was marred by reports of violence, ballot snatching, and voter intimidation in some areas.
- The security agencies, including the police and the military, were deployed to maintain order during the election.
- The election was held on Saturday, November 16, 2019, with over 1.5 million registered voters participating.
Stay Tuned for Further Updates:
This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.