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Kamala Harris Delays Election Night Speech as Votes Are Still Counted
The campaign team for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has announced that the vice president will not be addressing her supporters on election night as her path to the White House appears to be narrowing.
Cedric Richmond, a co-chair of Harris’ campaign, spoke to the press in the early hours of Wednesday, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding the election results.
“We still have votes to count, and several states have not been called yet,” Richmond said.
He emphasized that the campaign would continue working through the night to ensure every vote is counted and every voice is heard.
“You won’t hear from the vice president tonight, but she will speak to you tomorrow,” he added, reinforcing the campaign’s commitment to seeing the process through.
Earlier that day, as voting wrapped up across the country, Harris shared her plans for election night.
She mentioned having dinner with her family at her Washington, D.C., residence before attending an election watch party at Howard University, the historically black college where she earned her undergraduate degree.
Harris, who has always been vocal about the importance of her alma mater, would have felt a strong connection to the university community as they awaited the results.
Howard University, renowned for its rich history and its role in shaping the careers of many influential African American leaders, holds a special place in Harris’ heart.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the political spectrum, former U.S. President Donald Trump seemed to be gaining ground in his bid to return to the White House.
U.S. broadcasters had called North Carolina and Georgia, two crucial battleground states, in favour of the Republican candidate.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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