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Ekiti 2026: PDP candidate Oluyede insists gov poll not free, fair
NG🏛️ Politics6 hr. ago

Ekiti 2026: PDP candidate Oluyede insists gov poll not free, fair

Dr. Wole Oluyede, the PDP gubernatorial candidate in Ekiti State's 2026 election, claimed the election was not free, fair, or credible. He stated that despite receiving 40,543 votes, the results did not reflect the people's expectations. Oluyede mentioned reports of voter intimidation, issues with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, and delays in accreditation, which he believes undermined the election's integrity. He emphasized that he would consult with his party, legal team, and advisors before deciding on further actions. The INEC officially declared Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the APC as the winner with 319,224 votes.

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The Punch logoThe PunchIndependentLeft6 hr. ago
Ekiti 2026: PDP candidate Oluyede insists gov poll not free, fair

Dr. Wole Oluyede, the PDP gubernatorial candidate in Ekiti State's 2026 election, claimed the election was not free, fair, or credible. He stated that despite receiving 40,543 votes, the results did not reflect the people's expectations. Oluyede mentioned reports of voter intimidation, issues with the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, and delays in accreditation, which he believes undermined the election's integrity. He emphasized that he would consult with his party, legal team, and advisors before deciding on further actions. The INEC officially declared Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the APC as the winner with 319,224 votes.

Bias read (Left): The article presents the claims of the PDP candidate, who is challenging the election results, suggesting they were unfair. The framing emphasizes concerns over electoral integrity and potential irregularities, aligning with left-leaning narratives that often focus on democratic processes and voter'

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