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LIVE UPDATES: Collation Resumes As APC Set For Landslide Win
Quick Facts
1. All 18 LGA Results Have Been Announced
2. APC Won All LGAsElection Was Held In 3,933 Polling Units
3. Leading Candidates Differ In Assessment
Residents of Ondo have voted to elect their governor for the next four years.
After months of wooing the voters across the state, political parties and their candidates will be hoping that their words did enough to convince the electorate to cast their ballots for them.
Ahead of the exercise, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) cleared 18 political parties for the poll.
They will vote in 3,933 polling units of the 1`8 local government areas of the South-West state.
There are 2,053,061 registered voters in the state, according to INEC which said it would deploy the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and the INEC Result Viewing Portal (IReV) to avoid malpractice.
On Friday, the electoral umpire began the distribution of sensitive materials to LGAs and said it was ready for the election.
The police and other security agencies have also deployed their personnel to beef up safety for the exercise.
Incumbent Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa will be on the ballot, seeking election after he took over from late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu who died late last year.
He faces stiff competition from Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) – who also served as Akeredolu’s deputy earlier – and other candidates.Voting in the election began around 8:00 am.
01:01 pm: The APC cleared all LGAs of the state, winning all 18 council areas by a landslide.
01:01 pm: The APC cleared all LGAs of the state, winning all 18 council areas by a landslide.
12: 54 pm: Ese Odo
LGA: Ese Odo
Registered voters: 84888
Accredited voters: 22975
A: 02
AA: 01
AAC: 03
ADC: 85
ADP: 31
APC: 14511
APGA: 17
APM: 04
APP: 03
LP: 45
NNPP: 02
NRM: 17
PDP: 7814
PRP: 05
SDP: 01
YP: 01
YPP: 07
ZLP: 02
VALID VOTES: 22551
REJECTED VOTES: 417
TOTAL VOTES CAST: 22968
CANCELLED VOTES: NONE
12: 45 pm: Ilaje LGA
LGA: Ilaje
Collation Officer: Prof. Emmanuel Onoja
Registered voters: 146146
Accredited voters: 29131
A: 09
AA: 02
AAC: 10
ADC: 107
ADP: 52
APC: 24474
APGA: 21
APM: 07
APP: 05
LP: 176
NNPP: 87
NRM: 03
PDP: 3632
PRP: 01
SDP: 00
YP: 01
YPP: 01
ZLP: 04
VALID VOTES: 28592
REJECTED VOTES: 293
TOTAL VOTES CAST: 28885
CANCELLED VOTES: NONE
12:38 pm: Odigbo LGA results
LGA: Odigbo
Collation Officer: Prof. Segun Joshua
Registered voters: 154382
Accredited voters: 38163
A: 19
AA: 08
AAC: 29
ADC: 392
ADP: 136
APC: 26,683
APGA: 76
APM: 22
APP: 04
LP: 34
NNPP: 19
NRM: 62
PDP: 9,348
PRP: 31
SDP: 12
YP: 32
YPP: 18
ZLP: 70
VALID VOTES: 36995
REJECTED VOTES: 1166
TOTAL VOTES CAST: 38161
CANCELLED VOTES: NONE
12: 33 pm: The collation centre has resumed for the announcement of results from the three local government areas left
.5:30 am: INEC goes on a second recess as they await results from the remaining three LGAs.
The resumption of results collation will commence at 12 pm
5:29 am
AKURE NORTH LGA
REGISTERED VOTERS: 87291
ACCREDITED VOTERS: 21698
A: 9
AA: 4
AAC: 22
ADC:180
ADP: 62
APC: 14451
APGA: 40
APM: 9
APP: 7
LP: 238
NNPP: 5
NRM: 11
PDP: 5787
PRP: 6
SDP:46
YP:7
YPP:13
ZLP:43
TOTAL VALID VOTE: 20942
REJECTED VOTES: 648
TOTAL VOTE CAST 2159
05:24 am
Okitipupa LGA
REGISTERED VOTER’S 126021
ACCREDITED VOTERS: 48814
A:5
AA:2
AAC:28
ADC 284
ADP: 70
APC: 26811
APGA: 36
APM:7
APP:3
LP:27
NNPP: 6
NRM: 11
PDP: 10233
PRP: 17
SDP: 18
YP: 10
YPP19
ZLP:10
TOTAL VALID VOTE 37597
REJECTED VOTE 858
TOTAL VOTE CAST 38455
5:23 am“
Collation of results resumes after recess
1:54 am: After collating results from 13 LGAs in the state, the Collation Officer, Prof Olayemi Akinwunmi, called for a recess.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it is going on recess and will resume collation at 5 a.m. to call the remaining results.
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JUST IN: Wike, Govs Makinde, Bala Clash at PDP Secretariat (Images / Video)
….. As PDP Leaders Accuse Police of Not Showing Neutrality in Crisis
There was a showdown at the PDP National Secretariat on Tuesday as governors of Bauchi and Oyo states have clashed with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike with both parties attempting to take over the National secretariat of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party in the Wuse Zone 5 District of Abuja.

It was discovered that security operatives loyal to the FCT Minister and Governors Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed embarked in a free for all or who would take possession of the PDP National Secretariat with a rainfall of teargas pumped around the vicinity by both parties.

While Governor Seyo stormed the venue with the newly elected National Secretary, Taofeek Arapaja, Nyesom Wike stayed put with Samuel Anyanwu, the embattled National Secretary of the party who insists his tenure is still in place till December 8, 2025.

Party leaders are now expressing worry over the development accusing the Police of not being neutral in the leadership crisis facing the Peoples Democratic Party.
Watch video below:
Business
Lagos N200b bond oversubscribed by 55% at N310Billion
In a resounding vote of confidence from the investment community, Lagos State has concluded its bookbuild for a groundbreaking bond issuance, exceeding all expectations and demonstrating strong investor appetite.
The State’s offering, comprised of a ₦200 Billion Conventional Bond and a ₦14.8 Billion Green Bond, has been met with extraordinary enthusiasm, paving the way for crucial infrastructure projects across the bustling metropolis.
The conventional bond, originally slated for ₦200 billion, received an astounding 55% oversubscription, attracting a remarkable ₦310 billion in investment commitments.
This signifies the robust trust investors have in Lagos State’s economic prospects and its commitment to sustainable growth.
Adding to the success, the ₦14.8 billion Green Bond, designed to finance environmentally friendly projects, was met with an even greater level of enthusiasm.
It attracted a phenomenal ₦29.29 billion in subscriptions, representing a staggering 97.7% oversubscription.
This underscores the growing global interest in sustainable investments and Lagos State’s commitment to a greener future.
This historic achievement highlights Lagos State’s financial strength and its ability to attract significant investment to drive its ambitious development agenda.
The proceeds from these bonds will be instrumental in funding vital infrastructure projects, enhancing the quality of life for residents, and fostering economic prosperity across the state.
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JUST IN: FG Vows Swift Rescue of Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls, Reaffirms Duty to Protect Citizens
The Federal Government has expressed deep concern over the abduction of female students from Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, assuring families of its unwavering commitment to securing the safe return of the victims.
In a statement on Monday, the government conveyed solidarity with the affected families, noting that it “shares in their pain” and is working urgently to bring the girls home.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed that the protection of every Nigerian—especially schoolchildren—remains a paramount responsibility of the State. He condemned the attack, describing it as a “reprehensible assault on innocent students,” and mourned the school officials who were killed while performing their duties.
According to the statement, security and intelligence agencies have been issued strict directives to locate and rescue the abducted students and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. The government pledged that it will not relent until the mission is accomplished.
The Federal Government also assured citizens that strengthening internal security remains a top priority, noting that efforts are underway to recalibrate the country’s military, policing, and intelligence architecture to better prevent and respond to threats.
Additionally, Nigeria is intensifying regional cooperation with ECOWAS, the African Union, and the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) to secure borders and disrupt terrorist and criminal networks.
The government urged the public to remain calm and confident as efforts to rescue the abducted students continue.
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