Dapo Abiodun, the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged victorious in the Ogun State Governorship election.
Abiodun was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, March 19.
The incumbent governor, who is standing for a second and final term, beat his closest rival, Ladi Adebutu of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) with 13,915 vote margin to emerge victorious.
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He scored 276,298 votes to defeat Adebutu who polled a total of 262,383 votes.
Candidate of the Africa Democratic Party, ADP, Biyi Otegbeye came third on 94,754 votes.
Reacting to his victory, Dapo Abiodun wrote on his social media account,
“With a deep sense of gratitude and a heart full of appreciation, we sincerely say a BIG THANK YOU to the good people of Ogun State for entrusting us with yet another four-year mandate.
We would not take this priceless opportunity for granted, as we remain fully committed towards ensuring an even development and a better future for our dear State. ĆGBĆGA 2023 – 2027; WE are FULLY ON COURSE!”
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