Okpebholo receives INEC certificate of return

Edo State’s Governor-elect, Monday Okpebholo, and his Deputy, Dennis Idahosa, on Thursday officially received their certificates of return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

This milestone, confirmed by INEC’s National Commissioner Rhoda Gumus, solidifies their positions as the incoming governor and deputy governor.

Okpebholo’s victory in the tightly contested Edo governorship election was announced on Sunday by Prof. Faruq Kuta, the Returning Officer and Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Minna. With 291,667 votes, Okpebholo secured 11 out of 18 Local Government Areas, surpassing his closest rival, Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who garnered 247,274 votes across seven LGAs.

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Election Breakdown:

– Winner: Monday Okpebholo (APC) – 291,667 votes, 11 LGAs

– Runner-up: Asue Ighodalo (PDP) – 247,274 votes, 7 LGAs

– Third Place: Olumide Akpata (Labour Party) – 22,761 votes

This election marks a significant transition for Edo State, as Okpebholo prepares to succeed Governor Godwin Obaseki, who will vacate Osadebe House on November 11 after completing two terms. Okpebholo’s win has garnered attention from prominent figures, including congratulations from President Bola Tinubu and erstwhile President Muhammadu Buhari, while the PDP has raised concerns over alleged irregularities.

As Okpebholo assumes office, he faces the task of addressing the state’s pressing issues and meeting the expectations of Edo’s citizens. With his certificate of return in hand, the stage is set for a new chapter in Edo State’s governance.

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