The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the upcoming Edo State Governorship Election. A total of 17 political parties will be contesting in the election, with 16 male candidates and one female candidate.
Sam Olumekun, the National Commissioner & Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee at INEC, stated that the final list of candidates has been published at the INEC office in Edo State and uploaded to the Commission’s website and social media platforms for public information.
Campaign activities for the election are scheduled to begin on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, and will conclude at midnight on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in accordance with the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the election.
INEC has advised political parties to strictly adhere to the campaign guidelines as they embark on their electioneering campaigns.
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