APP Sweeps 22 Out of 23 Chairmanship Positions in Rivers LG Poll
In the recently concluded local government elections in Rivers State, the Action People's Party (APP) secured an overwhelming victory, winning 22 out of the 23 available chairmanship positions. The announcement was made by the Chief Election Officer of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), Adolphus Enebeli, during a press briefing on Saturday in Port Harcourt.
RSIEC Confirms APP’s Dominance
Adolphus Enebeli, representing the RSIEC, confirmed APP’s sweeping victory in the local government elections, stating that the party emerged victorious in 22 of the 23 local government areas (LGAs) across the state. According to the electoral commission, the results reflected the overwhelming support APP enjoys across various constituencies, affirming its political dominance at the grassroots level.
Etche LGA Results Delayed
Despite the comprehensive announcement, the electoral body withheld the result for one local government area—Etche LGA. The suspension of the declaration for Etche was due to ongoing collation of results, which has not yet been finalized. Enebeli noted that once the collation is completed, the results for Etche will be announced alongside those for the 319 councillorship seats, which are also pending.
Future Announcement of Remaining Results
The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission has assured the public that the declaration of results for Etche LGA and the councillorship positions will take place at a later date. RSIEC emphasized its commitment to transparency and fairness in the ongoing collation process, with Enebeli urging patience from the electorate and the general public until all processes are completed.
The success of the APP in this election underscores the party’s influence in the region, and the forthcoming results for Etche LGA are highly anticipated as they will complete the overall electoral picture for the state’s local government leadership.
Conclusion
The recent local government election in Rivers State highlights the strength of the Action People's Party, which has solidified its position by winning 22 out of 23 chairmanship positions. As the public awaits the final results for Etche LGA and the councillorship seats, the RSIEC has promised to ensure a transparent conclusion to the electoral process.
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