Join our WhatsApp channel
News

2023 presidential election: INEC gives reasons for declaring Tinubu winner at 2 am

Hardship: Meet demands of protesters - Medical doctors to Tinubu
Written by Areatatafo
Join our telegram channel
Follow us on Facebook

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has provided the reason for its decision to declare the result of the 2023 presidential election in the middle of the night.

The electoral umpire announced Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, APC, as the winner of the presidential election with 8,794,726 votes, ahead of his challengers, Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic , PDP and the candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi.

Make money online

INEC, led by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, declared Tinubu’s victory on Wednesday, March 1, at about 2 am before the .

Download

Most Nigerians who awaited eagerly for the result to be declared had to wake up to it. The timing of the announcement raised concerns among some citizens, especially those whose political parties were on the losing end.

Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Oyekanmi, while fielding questions from the INEC Press Corps on Friday, explained that Nigeria is treated as a single constituency during the presidential election, thereby requiring a detailed process of collating results from ward, local government, states and national levels.

He explained that the chairman had to wait for the 36 returning officers from across the country, including those from distant locations like Sokoto and Maiduguri, to present their results in Abuja as required by law.

He stated that the constitution or Electoral Act does not specify a particular time for declaring election results.

According to him: “In a presidential election, the country is treated as one constituency. Results are declared at polling units, then collated at the ward, local government, and state levels before being presented in Abuja to the Chief Electoral Commissioner,” he said. People didn’t understand this and criticised the 2 am announcement.

“The chairman had to wait for the 36 returning officers, including those from distant locations, to present their results. The electoral act requires that results be brought and the returning officers be interviewed. The chairman questions the returning officers. Only after accepting all figures from the returning officers and the FCT can results be collated and announced. The delay led to claims that we declared results in the middle of the night.

“However, Prof. Attahiru Jega declared the 2015 results around 4 am. The constitution does not prescribe a specific time for declaring election results.”


Follow us on Instagram
Follow us on twitter

About the author

Areatatafo

"Anthony Asiemo is a talented and accomplished individual with a passion for excellence. With a strong background in writing, Anthony has established himself as a respected professional in the blogging industry.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Anthony is known for his diverse range of interests. He is an avid online journalist, which further showcases his well-rounded personality and passion for exploring new horizons.

Anthony's commitment to continuous growth and learning is evident in his pursuit of excellence. This drive allows him to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and maintain a competitive edge in his field.

With a warm and approachable demeanor, Anthony is highly regarded for his strong communication skills and ability to connect with others. He thrives in collaborative environments and enjoys building meaningful relationships with colleagues and clients alike.

In his free time, Anthony enjoys surfing the internet. This balance between his professional and personal life reflects his belief in leading a fulfilling and well-rounded lifestyle.

With a proven track record of success and a genuine passion for his work, Anthony Asiemo continues to make a significant impact in his field. His dedication, expertise, and personable nature make him a valuable asset to any project or team."

Leave a Reply

Discover more from Area Tatafo

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading