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The Kogi State Governorship Election!
Here are some key facts and updates about the election:
Date: November 16, 2019
Election Overview: The Kogi State Governorship Election was held on November 16, 2019, to elect the next Governor of Kogi State, Nigeria. The election was conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Candidates: There were several candidates who contested in the election, including:
- Yahaya Bello (All Progressives Congress, APC) - Incumbent Governor
- Musa Wada (Peoples Democratic Party, PDP)
- Natasha Akpoti (Social Democratic Party, SDP)
- Dino Melaye (All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA)
- other minor party candidates
Results: According to the official results announced by INEC, Yahaya Bello of the APC won the election with 406,222 votes, while Musa Wada of the PDP came second with 190,832 votes.
Controversies: The election was marred by several controversies, including allegations of vote-buying, ballot box snatching, and intimidation of voters. There were also reports of violence and disruptions in some polling units.
Reactions: The election results were met with mixed reactions from the public, with some people celebrating the victory of Yahaya Bello while others expressed disappointment and frustration with the outcome.
Post-Election Developments: The PDP has challenged the results of the election, citing irregularities and allegations of fraud. The party has also called for a re-run election. The APC, on the other hand, has hailed the victory of Yahaya Bello and has called for the PDP to accept the results.
Conclusion: The Kogi State Governorship Election was a closely contested and controversial election that has left many questions unanswered. The outcome of the election has been met with mixed reactions, and the PDP has called for a re-run election. The APC, on the other hand, has hailed the victory of Yahaya Bello.