Breaking news in nigeria about election
Here are some recent breaking news updates about elections in Nigeria:
Latest Updates:
- INEC Announces Presidential Election Results: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the results of the 2023 presidential election, with Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) declared the winner. Tinubu won with 8,794,726 votes, followed by Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with 6,984,802 votes. (Source: Vanguard)
- PDP Rejects Election Results: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the results of the presidential election, calling for the cancellation of the election and a fresh one. The party's presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has also vowed to challenge the results in court. (Source: Premium Times)
- APC Celebrates Tinubu's Victory: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has celebrated the victory of its presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, in the 2023 election. The party's national chairman, Abdullahi Adamu, has congratulated Tinubu on his victory and thanked Nigerians for their support. (Source: This Day)
- Security Agencies Deployed to Troubled Areas: The Nigerian military and other security agencies have been deployed to troubled areas of the country to maintain peace and order following the election. The deployment comes amid reports of violence and unrest in some parts of the country. (Source: The Nation)
- International Observers Commend Election Process: International observers have commended the election process in Nigeria, describing it as generally peaceful and credible. The observers, who were deployed by the European Union, the United States, and other organizations, praised the efforts of INEC and the security agencies in ensuring a smooth election. (Source: Leadership)
Previous Updates:
- Election Day Violence: There were reports of violence and unrest on election day, with several people killed and many others injured. The violence was reported in several states, including Rivers, Lagos, and Imo. (Source: Punch)
- INEC Extends Voting Time: INEC extended the voting time by two hours due to long queues and other challenges. The extension was announced in the evening, with voting to continue until 7 pm. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Presidential Candidates Cast Their Votes: The presidential candidates, including Bola Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi, cast their votes in their respective states. (Source: The Guardian)
- Voting Begins in Nigeria: Voting began in Nigeria on Saturday, with millions of Nigerians heading to polling stations to cast their votes. The election is being held in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. (Source: BBC)
Please note that these updates are subject to change and may not reflect the most recent information.