Ondo Decides 2024: Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa Leads in Governorship Election
Live results from the Ondo State governorship election indicate Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) maintaining a commanding lead over his closest rival, Ajayi Agboola of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
As Aiyedatiwa seeks reelection, the race sees other contenders from the Labour Party (LP) and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) struggling to keep pace.
The tally of results across several wards has been consistent in favor of the APC, showcasing its strength in critical areas of Akoko North East and Irele Local Government Areas (LGAs).
Below are detailed results from various polling units:Oyinmo Ward, Akoko North East LGA1. Omotunwase/Mr. Giwa’s house (near late Pa Aliu Bakare’s house):
APC: 131PDP: 632. Osaniyi/Odenusi/Akinnugbagbe/Niyi (at Omowaye’s house):APC: 89PDP: 553. John Holt (at Oladugba’s opposite Total Filling Station):APC: 139PDP: 284. Atere/Owolabi/Alao/Aro/Aduloju/Sunday Compound (at Omojola’s house):APC: 140PDP: 475. Kowode Market/Suberu/Odeniyan’s House (at Chief Adunlu’s house):APC: 142PDP: 446. Okereo/Odose/Ode Ateti (in front of Chief Bada’s house):APC: 251PDP: 46Ajagba Ward 2, Irele LGA1.
Aggregated Results:ADC: 1ADP: 3APC: 1,136APGA: 4PDP: 588YP: 1Edo Ward, Akoko North East LGA1. Odeluke (in front of late Chief Odeluke’s house):APC: 164PDP: 412. Okereo/Odose/Ode Ateti (in front of Chief Bada’s house):APC: 251PDP: 463. Ode Odalure/Osoro/Ode Imoku/Ode Olori/Okegbede Barracks A.U.D Primary School III:APC: 115PDP: 40
Governor Aiyedatiwa’s dominance in these wards highlights APC’s robust grassroots support, particularly in Akoko North East LGA.
Meanwhile, the PDP, though trailing, has shown pockets of resistance in areas like Irele LGA. With votes still being counted across the state, the APC remains optimistic about a favorable outcome.
The Ondo governorship election continues to draw nationwide attention as voters await final results, with many commending the peaceful conduct of the polls so far.