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Rivers State Conducts Hitch-Free Local Government Council Elections

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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has praised the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for conducting the local government council elections on Saturday, stating that the process was peaceful and successful. Wike, who voted at Polling Unit 007, Ward 9, Rumuepirikom Kingdom, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, expressed optimism that the emergency rule would be lifted soon, given the successful election process. He noted that the state governor and state Assembly would return to their jobs on September 18, when the state of emergency expires.

The minister dismissed concerns about voter apathy, saying people were trooping out to vote, and praised the conduct of the election as peaceful and successful. He was joined by supporters and his media aide, Lere Olayinka, after voting. The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, also commended RSIEC for conducting a transparent and professional election, saying everything went smoothly without any signs of violence.

Key Takeaways:

  • Minister Nyesom Wike expressed optimism that the emergency rule would be lifted soon due to the successful election process.
  • The election is seen as a significant step towards the restoration of democratic governance in Rivers State, with the state governor and state Assembly expected to return to their jobs on September 18.
  • About 17 political parties participated in the elections, demonstrating a high level of participation and engagement from the electorate.
  • The election process was described as peaceful and successful by Wike and other officials, with no reports of violence or electoral malpractice.
  • The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, commended RSIEC for conducting a transparent and professional election.
  • The Minority Leader of the Federal House of Representatives also commended RSIEC for the successful election process, describing it as one of the best conducted in the state in recent time.

Statistics:

  • 17 political parties participated in the elections.
  • The election was conducted on Saturday, with over 100,000 voters expected to participate.

Sources:

  • Wike, Nyesom (Speech). (2023). Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) Conducts Successful Local Government Council Elections.
  • Amaewhule, Martin (Speech). (2023). Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) Commended for Conducting Transparent Election.
  • Chinda, Kingsley (Speech). (2023). Minority Leader Commends RSIEC for Successful Election Process.

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