Igbo Leader: 95% of Igbos in Ekiti Back Oyebanji
An Igbo leader says 95% of South-East residents in Ekiti State will support Governor Biodun Oyebanji's re-election, citing his popularity and good governance.
Category : Elections
Ekiti Gov Oyebanji Votes, Denies Vote-Buying Claims
Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji dismisses vote-buying allegations during the 2026 governorship election, urging accusers to provide evidence after casting his vote.
Ekiti 2026 Election: Live Results and Updates
Get live updates and results from polling units for the Ekiti State 2026 governorship election. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Ekiti Guber: ADC Alleges APC of Intimidation and Vote-Buying
ADC candidate Dare Bejide accuses APC of deploying thugs and cash to intimidate voters in Ilawe-Ekiti, leaving his aide hospitalized.
APC and ADC Clash Over Vote Buying in Ekiti 2026 Election
Tension erupted between APC and ADC supporters at a polling unit in Ilawe Ekiti over alleged vote buying, leading to a brief confrontation. The ADC candidate accused an APC chieftain of bringing money to influence voters.
Kwara APC Aspirants, Elders Warn Against Imposition of Speaker
Ten APC governorship aspirants and elders in Kwara State warn against plans to impose Speaker Yakubu Danladi-Salihu as candidate for 2027 elections, rejecting claims of consensus.
Senate Leader Hails Voter Turnout, INEC Performance
Senator Opeyemi Bamidele praised the high voter turnout and INEC's prompt deployment of officials and materials during the Ekiti governorship election, calling it a milestone for Nigeria's democracy.
Ondo South by-election: Large turnout, peaceful exercise
Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa praised the peaceful by-election in Ondo South Senatorial District, noting high voter turnout across six local government areas. He urged vigilance and support for security agencies.
Ekiti Election: ADC Candidate Alleges Assault by Fake Policemen
ADC governorship candidate Dare Bejide claims his team was attacked by fake policemen and thugs at a polling unit during the Ekiti governorship election, alleging vote-buying and violence.
INEC Extends Voting in Rivers South-East Bye-Election
INEC extends voting by one hour in Rivers South-East senatorial bye-election after heavy rainfall disrupted polling, allowing affected voters to cast ballots until 3:30 p.m.
APC Campaign DG Targets 500,000 Votes in Ekiti Poll
Senator Cyril Fasuyi, DG of the APC campaign council, expressed optimism about the governorship election in Ekiti, targeting 500,000 votes for Governor Oyebanji.
Oyebanji Lauds Turnout, Urges Patience with INEC in Ekiti Polls
Governor Biodun Oyebanji praised large voter turnout across Ekiti State, urged patience with INEC, and expressed confidence in reaching the 500,000 votes benchmark.
Oyebanji Urges Calm Over BVAS Glitches in Ekiti Election
Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji appeals for patience as BVAS glitches affect voter accreditation, praises peaceful conduct and high turnout in the ongoing governorship election.
Fayose Predicts Oyebanji Victory After Voting in Ekiti
Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose predicts an overwhelming victory for Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the June 20 governorship election after casting his vote in Afao-Ekiti.
EFCC Monitors Gov Oyebanji's Polling Unit in Ekiti Election
EFCC operatives were deployed to Governor Biodun Oyebanji's polling unit in Ekiti to ensure transparency and curb vote buying during the 2026 governorship election, which features 14 candidates.
PDP Candidate Alleges Voter Intimidation in Ekiti Election
PDP governorship candidate Dr. Wole Oluyede alleges voter intimidation and slow accreditation in Ekiti election, citing disproportionate security and delays.
Ekiti Decides: Voting Starts at Ward 13, Unit 001
Voting and accreditation commenced smoothly at Ward 13, Unit 001 in Ado-Ekiti for the Ekiti State governorship election, with voters turning out early.
Ekiti Violence: Police Say Football Match, Not Election
Police confirm the attack on Isan-Ekiti police station was due to a community football match, not the 2026 Ekiti governorship election. Voting proceeds as scheduled.
Ekiti Deputy Governor Hails Voter Turnout, Commends INEC
Ekiti Deputy Governor Monisade Afuye praises voters for massive turnout, commends INEC and security for peaceful conduct during the June 20 governorship election.
Ekiti Guber Poll Starts Early as Materials, Officials Arrive
The Ekiti State governorship election kicked off smoothly with early arrival of voting materials and INEC officials at polling units across Ado-Ekiti, ensuring timely commencement.
Ekiti Poll: Personnel, Materials Move Early in South West
Election officials and materials began moving to polling units in Ekiti South West at 6:15 a.m., INEC reports, as the state prepares for the governorship election.
Primate Ayodele Prophesies APC Victory in Ekiti 2026
Primate Elijah Ayodele predicts Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the APC will win the 2026 Ekiti governorship election, dismissing PDP and other candidates.
Ekiti 2026: Nigerians Predict Winner in Legit Poll
A Legit.ng poll shows 56% of respondents predict Governor Biodun Oyebanji will win the Ekiti 2026 governorship election, with Oluyede and Bejide trailing.
ChatGPT Picks Winner of Ekiti 2026 Governorship Poll
ChatGPT forecasts Governor Biodun Oyebanji as the frontrunner for the 2026 Ekiti governorship election, with PDP as the main challenger. Police warn against unauthorized result announcements.
Group opposes councillorship rotation disruption in Enugu
Okaa-Omee General Assembly Amankwo raises alarm over alleged plot by Obune community to usurp Amankwo's turn for Inyi Ward 3 councillorship seat in Oji River LGA.
PDP May Finish Third in Ekiti Governorship Election
Analysis shows the PDP may come third in Ekiti's governorship election behind the APC and ADC due to internal crises and defections of key leaders.
ADC Chieftain: Atiku/Amaechi Ticket Will Defeat Tinubu in 2027
Kelly Agaba, an ADC chieftain, argues that the Atiku Abubakar/Rotimi Amaechi ticket offers unity, experience, and regional-religious balance to defeat President Tinubu in 2027.
Ireland Deports 42 South Africans Amid Xenophobic Tensions
Ireland deports 42 South Africans, including families, over criminality. Two deportees had prior convictions. Reactions mixed as tensions rise.
Abia APC Accuses Governor Otti of Deception Over Tinubu
Ahead of 2027, Abia APC accuses Governor Alex Otti of double-dealing over President Tinubu's re-election bid, citing absence at project inspection.
Ekiti 2026 Live: INEC, Voters, and Election Updates
Live updates from Ekiti 2026 governorship election: INEC confirms material availability, addresses fake news, and over 1 million voters set to decide the outcome.
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