The 2020 Ondo State gubernatorial election occurred on October 10, 2020. Incumbent APC governor Rotimi Akeredolu won re-election for a second term, defeating PDP Eyitayo Jegede, ZLP Agboola Ajayi and several minor party candidates.
When was the last governorship election in Nigeria?
The 2019 Nigerian gubernatorial elections were held for state governors in 31 out of 36 Nigerian states. All but three were held on 2 March 2019 with the election for the Rivers State being postponed until 4 April, while the Kogi State and Bayelsa State elections were both held on 16 November.
Who is the deputy governor of Ondo State for 2020?
Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa born, 12 January 1965 hails from Obe-Nla, an oil-bearing community in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. He is the deputy governor of Ondo state who succeeded Barrister Agboola Ajayi.
Which party is Rotimi Akeredolu?
All Progressives Congress
Rotimi Akeredolu/Parties
When was the last governorship election in Ondo State?
The 2016 Ondo State gubernatorial election occurred in Nigeria on November 26, 2016, the APC nominee Rotimi Akeredolu won election, defeating Eyitayo Jegede of the PDP.
Who is the new governor of Ondo State?
Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN, (born 21 July 1956) is a Nigerian politician and lawyer who is currently the Governor of Ondo State, in office since February 24, 2017.
What is the meaning of gubernatorial election?
gubernatorial Add to list Share. Anything gubernatorial has to go with governors, the same way that anything “presidential” has to do with presidents. A governor is the elected leader of a state in America, and anything gubernatorial has to do with governors and their governing.
When was president of Nigeria elected?
On 29 May, 2015 Muhammadu Buhari was sworn in as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the 15th head of state after winning the general election.
How many local government are there in Ondo State?
18 Local Government Areas
Ondo State, made up of 18 Local Government Areas is located in the South Western Zone of Nigeria.
Who is the current Speaker of Ondo State House of Assembly?
Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly
| Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly of Ondo State Legislature | |
|---|---|
| Incumbent Bamidele Oleyelogun | |
| Style | Rt. Honorable |
| Member of | Ondo State House of Assembly |
| Seat | 26 |
What is Ondo State known for?
Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy, and the chief products are cotton and tobacco from the north, cacao from the central part, and rubber and timber (teak and hardwoods) from the south and east; palm oil and kernels are cultivated for export throughout the state. Ondo is Nigeria’s chief cocoa-producing state.
When was Ondo State created?
February 3, 1976
Ondo/Dates formed
What time does Ondo State 2020 governorship results come out?
Final collation and announcement of the results of the Ondo State 2020 governorship election started at exactly 12.45 am.
Was there an accident at Ilaje in Ondo State last night?
“INEC can confirm that there was an accident last night during the movement of personnel and materials to the Registration Areas of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State for today’s governorship election. “Fortunately, all personnel and election materials were rescued when the boat capsized.”
Is Agboola Ajayi trailing Rotimi Akeredolu in Ondo?
Hon Agboola Ajayi of the Zenith Labour Party, ZLP, is trailing the duo with 32,060 votes and is yet to win any council. The announcement of results will continue at 9a.m. GOVERNOR Rotimi Akeredolu’s re-election quest in Ondo State remained on course at 2.30 am after results from 12 of the 18 local councils were announced.
Who won Ese-Odo and Ilaje councils?
The results from Ese- Odo and Ilaje council areas are yet to be announced. Councils won by Akeredolu include, Owo, Ose, ldanre, Okitipupa, lrele, Ondo West, Ondo East, Odigbo, Akoko South West, Akoko South East, Akoko North East, Akoko North West and ile-Oluji/ Okeigbo.
