APC candidate Okpebholo was declared the winner of the Edo State gubernatorial election, defeating the PDP coalition.

The entities involved

• All Progressives Congress →

  Nigerian political party

  • Tinubu was named chairman of the APC campaign council, with Fashola, Kalu, Adeleke, and Oshiomhole taking key roles.16:03
  • The All Progressives Congress (APC) released its official campaign list for Bola Ahmed Tinubu.16:03
• Peoples Democratic Party →

  Nigerian political party founded 1998

  • Coalition members from APC and PDP discussed candidate selection involving Kingsley Chinda and Sam Soni Ejekwu in Abuja.13:36
  • Joash Amupitan is the INEC Chairman, while the Peoples Democratic Party maintains a presence in Gombe State.08:31
• Benin City →

  capital city of Edo State, Nigeria

  • Governor Okpebholo launched an anti-cultism campaign in Benin City, detailing the roles of key state officials.Mon 22:51
  • Oba of Benin opened a festival in Benin City on October 12, 2026.Mon 09:40

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• INEC uploaded candidates for Edo State elections on August 4, 2026.Aug 4
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• PDP candidates, including Goodluck Jonathan, have submitted their claims to the INEC amid leadership disputes and scrutiny.Aug 4
• Political activity in Adamawa State involves PDP seeking governorship, APC ruling, and ADC participation.Jun 29