Current news in akwa ibom state election
Here are some current news updates on the election situation in Akwa Ibom State:
Latest Updates:
- INEC Suspends Election in Akwa Ibom: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has suspended the ongoing governorship and state assembly elections in Akwa Ibom State due to widespread violence and disruptions. The suspension was announced on Saturday, March 18, 2023.
- Violence Rocks Akwa Ibom: Reports of violence and disruptions have been flooding in from various parts of Akwa Ibom State, with many polling units attacked and electoral materials destroyed. The situation has led to the death of several people and injuries to many others.
- PDP Candidate, Udom Emmanuel, Wins Re-Election: Despite the challenges, the People's Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Udom Emmanuel, has been declared the winner of the governorship election in Akwa Ibom State. Emmanuel, who is seeking re-election, won with a wide margin, according to unofficial results.
- APC Candidate, Akanimo Udofia, Rejects Results: The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Akanimo Udofia, has rejected the results of the governorship election, citing widespread irregularities and violence. Udofia has called for a rerun election.
- Security Agencies Deployed to Maintain Order: The Nigerian Police Force, the Nigerian Army, and other security agencies have been deployed to Akwa Ibom State to maintain order and prevent further violence.
Background:
The governorship and state assembly elections in Akwa Ibom State were held on Saturday, March 18, 2023. The elections were marred by widespread violence, disruptions, and allegations of rigging. The PDP candidate, Udom Emmanuel, was seeking re-election, while the APC candidate, Akanimo Udofia, was seeking to unseat him.
Reactions:
- The PDP has hailed the victory of Udom Emmanuel, while the APC has rejected the results and called for a rerun election.
- The Nigerian Police Force has condemned the violence and disruptions that marred the elections, while the Nigerian Army has been deployed to maintain order.
- The International Community has called for calm and urged all parties to respect the electoral process.
Next Steps:
The situation in Akwa Ibom State is still unfolding, and it is unclear what the next steps will be. The INEC has suspended the election, and it is unclear when the election will be resumed. The APC has called for a rerun election, while the PDP has hailed the victory of Udom Emmanuel. The situation is being closely monitored by the Nigerian government and the international community.