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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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National Assembly warns parliamentary staff against picketing during plenary
In a circular issued on Sunday by the Secretary, Human Resources and Staff Development, Essien Eyo Essien, on behalf of the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, the management warned that any attempt to disrupt legislative activities would attract severe disciplinary measures.

The management of the National Assembly has cautioned aggrieved parliamentary workers against carrying out their planned protest and picketing of the complex as lawmakers resume plenary on Tuesday.
The warning followed threats by some members of the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria to embark on industrial action over alleged unresolved welfare and constitutional issues affecting staff.
In a circular issued on Sunday by the Secretary, Human Resources and Staff Development, Essien Eyo Essien, on behalf of the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, the management warned that any attempt to disrupt legislative activities would attract severe disciplinary measures.
Essien stated, “It must be emphasised that membership of PASAN or any union is entirely voluntary.
Any staff member, whether an executive or regular member, who is dissatisfied with the conduct of union affairs may freely withdraw their membership in accordance with established rules.”
He explained that within seven months of assuming office, the current management had embarked on several administrative reforms aimed at improving efficiency and boosting staff morale.
Essien further warned, “In light of recent developments, the Management hereby instructs all Staff to ignore any calls for industrial action, including ‘work-to-rule’ or ‘unlawful picketing’.
Your safety and security within the National Assembly Complex are assured, and we urge you to proceed with your official duties without any fear or intimidation.”
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Hon Rotimi Olowo, Chief Zebrudaya alias 4.30, and other top Nigerians for Virtuous Widows Int’l Foundation Awards
Ambassador Ifenyinwa Benice Egbosiuba, the Founder and International President, informed journalists in Lagos that the awards will be presented during an empowerment seminar scheduled for November 22, 2025.

• Ambassador Ifenyinwa Benice Egbosiuba, Founder/International President, addressed the widows during one of their outreach programmes, recently.
The Virtuous Widows International Foundation, a local non-governmental organisation focused on empowering Nigerian widows nationwide, has finalised plans to honour prominent Nigerians with prestigious awards in recognition of their services to humanity, particularly for indigent widows and the less privileged in society.
Ambassador Ifenyinwa Benice Egbosiuba, the Founder and International President, informed journalists in Lagos that the awards will be presented during an empowerment seminar scheduled for November 22, 2025.
The theme of the seminar is “Come, Let’s Build Together,” and it will take place at the auditorium of Queens College, Sabo-Yaba, Lagos.
“During the event, we will recognise men and women who have a passion for helping widows,” she stated.
“We have identified several individuals who will receive awards to appreciate their support, belief in our mission, and understanding of the challenges faced by Nigerian widows.”
When asked about the notable figures receiving the awards, Mrs Toyin Badmus, the NGO’s Vice President, revealed that one of the honorees is Honourable Rotimi Olowo from Somolu Local Government in Lagos State. She emphasised that Hon. Olowo is passionate about assisting the less privileged.
During his tenure as a House of Assembly member representing Somolu, he empowered numerous people and helped thousands of youths, many of whom might have otherwise become vagabonds.
“He provided buses and tricycles for them to operate, giving them meaningful lives,” she explained.
“He has also reached out to physically challenged individuals, touching the lives of women, orphans, and widows.
He has proven himself to be committed to humanitarian service, which is why we have deemed him worthy of this award.
“Another personality on the list is Dr Hamza Al-Mustapha, who has been a strong supporter of the foundation.
“Our board of directors has also selected Chief Chika Okpala (alias ZB 4.30) for his role in the memorable defunct television comedy series ‘New Masquerade’ on NTA.
In the 70s and 80s, he brought joy to many viewers across the country through this program.”
Additionally, Dr Mrs. Oyindamola Obabori, the current principal of Queens College, Yaba, Lagos, will be honoured.
“She has made significant contributions in her capacity, particularly in training young girls at Queens College.
As we know, training women empowers the entire nation, and her leadership has produced many successful individuals.
“Chief (Dr.) Alexander Chika Okafor of Chikason Group of Companies will also receive the prestigious award.
For 17 years, he has consistently uplifted people’s spirits through his philanthropic activities.
Regarding the membership strength of the NGO, Mrs Badmus shared that it started with just nine members and gradually grew to 11, then 21, and 200 at its inception.
“Today, if there are seven million widows in Nigeria, I have five million under our umbrella as members. They come out in large numbers wherever I go, unless I do not call them.
Our membership spans across Nigeria and extends to countries like Ghana, Burkina Faso, Cotonou, Senegal, and Tanzania, all seeking to establish chapters.
However, as the saying goes, ‘charity begins at home’; I have not yet completed outreach in all 36 states of Nigeria due to the challenges of insecurity.”
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Fubara in closed-door meeting with Wike and Loyalists in Port Harcourt

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara met with his predecessor and current Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Saturday in Port Harcourt for a closed-door discussion. The meeting, held at the residence of elder statesman Chief Ferdinand Alabraba, included several political leaders loyal to Wike and lasted into the early hours of Sunday.
The gathering came shortly after a valedictory session on Wednesday for members of the dissolved Rivers State cabinet, during which Governor Fubara directed commissioners and appointees affected by the Supreme Court ruling on the state’s political crisis to step aside. Eight others unaffected by the ruling have since resumed their duties.
Although the meeting’s specifics were not disclosed, sources indicate that Fubara and Wike are aligning efforts to uphold the peace accord brokered by President Bola Tinubu during the recent six-month emergency rule in Rivers State.
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