Edo State Holds Peaceful Local Government Election

The local government election in Edo State was conducted peacefully on a Saturday, with voters showing impressive turnout across 18 local government areas. The election saw participation from 12 political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party, Action Peoples Party, African Action Congress (AAC), Action Democratic Party (ADP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP).

Governor Mondai Okpebholo cast his ballot at Ward 2, Udomi Primary School in Esan Central Local Government Area. Voting commenced early, and the atmosphere remained calm and orderly throughout the process.

At 10:40 AM, Okpebholo spoke to journalists, describing the voter turnout as encouraging and commending the orderly conduct of the election. Reports indicated that the election progressed peacefully, demonstrating grassroots democracy and public interest in local governance.

Candidates from the APC expressed confidence in their party's chances, emphasizing their commitment to grassroots engagement and service delivery.