Kogi primary election news
You're looking for news on the Kogi State primary election! Here are some recent updates:
Kogi APC Primaries:
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State has concluded its primary election to select its governorship candidate. The election was held on June 30, 2022.
- The winner of the primary election is Governor Yahaya Bello, who emerged as the party's candidate for the November 2023 governorship election.
- Bello polled 3,085 votes to defeat his closest rival, Abubakar Ohere, who got 1,183 votes.
Kogi PDP Primaries:
- The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kogi State has also concluded its primary election to select its governorship candidate. The election was held on June 25, 2022.
- The winner of the primary election is Engr. Musa Wada, who emerged as the party's candidate for the November 2023 governorship election.
- Wada polled 749 votes to defeat his closest rival, Sami Ajiola, who got 351 votes.
Reactions and Analysis:
- The outcome of the APC primary election has been met with mixed reactions, with some party members expressing support for Governor Bello's candidacy, while others have raised concerns about the process.
- The PDP has welcomed the outcome of its primary election, with the party's National Chairman, Senator Iyorchia Ayu, congratulating Engr. Wada on his victory.
- Analysts have predicted a tough contest between the APC and PDP candidates in the November 2023 governorship election, with both parties having strong chances of winning.
Other News:
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will conduct the Kogi State governorship election on November 18, 2023.
- The election will be held alongside the Bayelsa State governorship election, which is scheduled to take place on the same day.
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