Tag: #VoterTurnout
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KAN0 BY-ELECTION: SECURITY STRONG, TURNOUT LOW AMID RAMADAN
Kano’s State Assembly by-election ran smoothly and peacefully, but voter turnout remained low as Ramadan fasting and limited candidate participation kept some away. Kano State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Amb. Abdu Zango, praised security agencies for ensuring a safe and orderly election during Saturday’s by-election in two state constituencies. Speaking after monitoring polling units, Zango…
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ANAMBRA ELECTIONS SHOW IMPROVED TURNOUT BUT CHALLENGES REMAIN – CDD
The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has praised Anambra voters for upping turnout to 21.4% in the November 8, 2025, governorship election, doubling the 10.2% recorded in 2021. However, CDD’s Mrs. Seyi Awojulugbe noted turnout remains low, especially among youth, women, and persons with disabilities facing barriers to voting. CDD commended INEC’s high Permanent…
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YIAGA AFRICA COMMENDS ANAMBRA FOR PEACEFUL ELECTIONS, WARNS AGAINST VOTE-BUYING
Ms. Cynthia Mbamalu, Director of Programmes at Yiaga Africa, praised the people of Anambra for maintaining peace before, during, and after the 2025 governorship election. She also lauded the security agencies for their professionalism and coordination throughout the process. However, Mbamalu pointed out logistical challenges as less than half of the polling units were operational…
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IMPRESSIVE VOTER TURNOUT HIGHLIGHTS PEACEFUL ELECTORAL PROCESS IN ANAMBRA
The governorship election in Anambra saw remarkable turnout across polling units in Aguata, Orumba South, and Orumba North LGAs, with voters arriving early and patiently awaiting their turn. Most voters were present even before INEC officials, signaling strong civic engagement. Residents like 73-year-old Charles Orazulike praised the efficient voting process aided by the Bimodal Voter…
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EDO MINORITY LEADER WORRIED BY LOW VOTER TURNOUT IN OVIA BY-ELECTION
Minority Leader Charity Aiguobarueghian of the Edo House of Assembly expressed concern over the low voter turnout in the Ovia Federal Constituency by-election despite a peaceful voting process. Speaking after voting, he cited voter apathy fueled by limited publicity, short notice, and disillusionment following recent elections. Aiguobarueghian confirmed smooth BVAS operations and full election materials…
