The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially presented Certificates of Return to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Adelami Olayide, following their victory in the Ondo State gubernatorial election.
INEC National Commissioner supervising Ondo, Prof. Kunle Ajayi, presented the certificates on Wednesday at the INEC headquarters in Abuja.
In his remarks, Ajayi commended the people of Ondo for their peaceful conduct during the election, noting that the voters’ attitudes were largely peaceful, with no significant reports of violence.
He also praised the security agencies, electoral observers, and media organizations for their professional roles in ensuring the success of the election.
Governor-elect Aiyedatiwa, upon receiving his certificate, expressed gratitude to INEC for conducting a free, fair, and credible election.
He also thanked President Bola Tinubu for creating a level playing field, ensuring that no candidate was given undue advantage.
Aiyedatiwa emerged victorious with 366,781 votes, defeating his closest rival, Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who garnered 117,845 votes.
Aiyedatiwa secured victories in all 18 local government areas of the state.
Meanwhile, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ahmed Ganduje, hailed the outcome of the Ondo election, calling it a victory for the people of Ondo, APC, Nigeria, and Africa.
Ganduje emphasized that the result signified the enduring strength of democracy in Africa, with the APC committed to ensuring that democracy remains free, fair, and inclusive.
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