The Labour Party gubernatorial candidate, Olumide Akpata, has exercised his right to vote at Ward 06, Oredo Local Government Area.
Speaking after casting his ballot, Akpata expressed optimism about a positive outcome at the end of the election.
He mentioned that the people of Edo State are eager for change and have been actively participating in the electoral process.
He urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to respect the will of the people.
“I’m impressed at this polling unit, and the feedback I’m getting is that people are coming out. The rain may set us back a bit, but I’m sure once it subsides, people will be here. The people are hungry for change. They want to see things turn around in Edo State. So, I am very hopeful that those superintending over the election will allow the will of the people to prevail.”
Akpata expressed confidence in the election’s outcome, stating, “I am optimistic; we have got this one. The people will speak loud and clear today.”
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#EdoDecides: Labour Party Gubernatorial Candidate, Olumide Akpata exercising his franchise at Ward 06, Oredo LGA#EdoDecides#EdoGuberElection#Edo2024 pic.twitter.com/1K0gXbWMl4
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#EdoDecides: We've Got This One, Edo People Will Speak Loud and Clear Today - Akpata
— ARISE NEWS (@ARISEtv) September 21, 2024
I'm optimistic of a positive outcome today, Edo people want change and I'm getting feedback on their participation in the electoral process.
Olumide O. Akpata, Labour Party Gubernatorial… pic.twitter.com/C37ZXqBMS9
