The official results for the 2024 Ondo State gubernatorial election, as compiled by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), show a commanding lead for the All Progressives Congress (APC) after results from 15 local government areas (LGAs) have been announced.
As of the latest update, the APC has garnered 268,144 votes, significantly ahead of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which trails with 79,125 votes.
The ongoing collation process, which began earlier today, has seen the completion of results from over half of Ondo’s 18 local government areas. However, three LGAs remain, with the full picture yet to emerge.
Despite this, the APC’s commanding lead of 189,019 votes suggests they are well on track to secure victory, barring any unforeseen developments in the remaining areas.
The INEC has announced that the collation of results will be temporarily suspended and will resume at 12 PM, allowing time for further processing and verification.
The delay has sparked anticipation among political observers and supporters, as both parties await the final tally.
While the APC’s performance is dominant thus far, the outcome in the remaining LGAs could still influence the final result.
Political analysts are closely monitoring the distribution of votes in these areas, as shifts in voter turnout or last-minute changes in results could impact the overall outcome.
The APC, which has been the ruling party in Ondo State, is looking to solidify its hold on power with this election, which has been closely contested.
Meanwhile, the PDP is pushing for a strong finish, with its leaders expressing optimism that they can close the gap in the final stages of the collation process.
The final results are expected to reflect the will of the people of Ondo, but as the collation continues, all eyes remain on the state’s electoral process.
