Following the recent gubernatorial election in Edo State, the Labour Party has accused others of electoral misconduct, which they say kept them from winning the seat of government.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
According to Mr. Kelly Ogbalo, the Chairman of the Labour Party in Edo, “Labour Party won the election but was not allowed to take possession. What I mean by that is that the election was marred with serious irregularities; there was open vote buying. The security agencies failed to check this anomaly.”
Ogbalo’s statement, as reported by Vanguard, suggests that the Labour Party believes it was the true victor in the contested election, but that various irregularities, including unchecked vote-buying and manipulation of results, undermined the legitimacy of the outcome.
“So in such a way where votes were bought and with manipulation of results here and there. What do you expect?” Ogbalo questioned, criticizing the failure of security agencies to address these alleged anomalies.
The Labour Party’s claims highlight the ongoing debate surrounding the integrity of the Edo election and the larger issue of electoral credibility in Nigeria. Ogbalo’s assertions underscore the party’s belief that the will of the people was not fully reflected in the final results, raising concerns about the fairness and transparency of the electoral process.
As the post-election landscape continues to unfold, the Labour Party’s allegations are likely to fuel further discussions and investigations into the conduct of the Edo governorship race, with the aim of addressing any potential irregularities and ensuring that future elections are free, fair, and reflective of the electorate’s true preferences.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
