The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) announced the results, sparking reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.
The Chairman of AKISIEC, Elder Aniedi Ikoiwak, declared on Sunday, October 6, that the PDP had secured victories in 30 councils, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) winning only in Essien Udim LGA, Akpabio’s hometown.
Ikoiwak noted:”
Reacting to the results, Senate President Godswill Akpabio expressed his displeasure with the manner the elections were conducted, particularly Governor Umo Eno’s treatment of the opposition.
Akpabio recalled that during his tenure as Governor (2007-2015), he ensured a more inclusive and fair process.
His words:
In a related development, TimesNow.com.ng reported that hoodlums have set fire to the Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) office located in the Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area, causing alarm among officials and voters alike.
The state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Timfon John confirmed the attack.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
