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PDP Supporters Protest INEC Office Over Edo Election Results
A group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) supporters gathered outside the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office in Benin City, Edo State, voicing their discontent over the recent governorship election.
Armed with placards displaying various messages and chanting in unity, the protesters demanded that INEC revisit and overturn the election results.
INEC had previously declared Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, as the victor of the election.
However, PDP members have strongly opposed this announcement, alleging that the process was tainted with irregularities.
They specifically pointed to incidents of vote buying and manipulation at specific polling stations, claiming that these actions distorted the true outcome of the election.
The protesters are calling for a thorough investigation into these alleged malpractices, insisting that the election results do not reflect the true will of the people.
They remain adamant that the election was not free and fair and are urging INEC to address their concerns, pushing for a transparent review of the entire process.
The protests have intensified the ongoing political tension, with both parties standing firm in their respective claims about the fairness of the election.
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