Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have taken to the streets to protest the presence of Governor Godwin Obaseki at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) collation centre in Edo State . The protest is part of the ongoing tensions surrounding the Edo State governorship election.
The APC members claim that Obaseki, who is the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), should not be allowed at the collation centre due to concerns about the integrity of the electoral process . However, it’s essential to note that the commission has not made any official statements regarding the legitimacy of Obaseki’s presence.
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This development comes amidst allegations of election manipulation and rigging . The opposition party has raised concerns about the potential for biased collation officers and tampering with results.
The situation is being closely monitored by local and international observers, who are calling for a peaceful and transparent electoral process . The INEC has been urged to remain impartial and ensure that the will of the people is respected.
Key Concerns:
– Electoral Integrity: The APC’s protest highlights concerns about the potential for election manipulation.
– Collation Centre Access: The presence of Obaseki at the collation centre has sparked controversy.
– Transparent Process: Observers are pushing for a peaceful and transparent electoral process.
The outcome of this situation will significantly impact the credibility of the Edo State governorship election.