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PDP Rejects Kano State Re-run Elections, Calls for Fair and Equitable Process

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano State has rejected the results of the Bagwai/Shanono and Ghari/Tsanyawa state constituencies' re-run elections held on August 16, 2025, citing rampant irregularities and violence that compromised the process. PDP Chairman Alhaji Yusuf Kibiya described the electoral process as 'entirely lacking in democratic principles,' calling on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a fair and equitable environment for all political parties. The party's allegations of thuggery, intimidation, and violence have raised concerns about the integrity of the electoral process, with the Nigeria Police reporting the arrest of 288 suspected thugs during the re-run elections.

Key Takeaways:

  • The PDP has rejected the results of the Bagwai/Shanono and Ghari/Tsanyawa state constituencies' re-run elections, citing rampant irregularities and violence.
  • PDP Chairman Alhaji Yusuf Kibiya described the electoral process as 'entirely lacking in democratic principles' and called on INEC to ensure a fair and equitable environment for all political parties.
  • The PDP alleges that the elections were tainted by thuggery, intimidation, and violence, with political operatives intimidating voters and rendering the exercise a mockery of democracy.
  • The Nigeria Police reported the arrest of 288 suspected thugs during the re-run elections in the Ghari/Tsanyawa and Bagwai/Shanono constituencies.
  • The PDP called on security agencies to safeguard voters, maintain peace, and curb acts of intimidation and violence during elections.
  • The party also urged the Kano State Government and national leaders to refrain from provocative rhetoric and actions, advocating for a transparent and peaceful electoral process.
  • The PDP pressed relevant authorities to probe violations of electoral laws and impose strict sanctions on offenders to deter future misconduct.

Statistics:

  • 288 suspected thugs were arrested by the Nigeria Police during the re-run elections in the Ghari/Tsanyawa and Bagwai/Shanono constituencies.

Sources:

  • The Guardian
  • Vanguard News
  • Nigeria Police Force
  • Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
  • PDP Kano State Chapter

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