Voters across Ondo State came out in large numbers today to participate in the gubernatorial election, marking a significant moment in the state’s democratic process. The election officially began at around 8:30 AM, with polling stations opening across various local government areas. As the day progresses, results are now starting to trickle in, with many eager to see how the votes will reflect the public’s choice for the state’s next leader.
The two main contenders in this high-stakes election are the incumbent governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, representing the All Progressives Congress (APC), and former Deputy Governor Agboola Ajayi, who is running under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Both candidates have worked hard to secure the trust of the electorate, each promising continued growth and development for Ondo State.
As the election day draws to a close, the first official results have been uploaded to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Results Viewing Portal (IReV). The early results provide a glimpse into the voting trends and the choices made by the people of Ondo.
The first result to be reported comes from Ward: EKAN, located in the Akoko North East Local Government Area. Voting took place at Saleem’s Primary School in the areas of Ekan Ile 1 & 2. The results from this ward show a clear lead for the APC, with the party securing 217 votes. The PDP follows with 32 votes, while the Labour Party (LP) gained 15 votes.
This early data represents just the beginning, and many more results are expected to be uploaded in the coming hours. As voters and political observers alike await the final tally, it remains to be seen which candidate will emerge victorious in what promises to be a closely contested race for the governorship of Ondo State.
