In a surprising turn of events, Senator Dino Melaye, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Kogi state governorship poll, has chosen to boycott the ongoing exercise across the21 local government areas. As reported by The Nation, Melaye was notably absent from his designated polling unit, unit004, ward002, Iluafon quarters, Aiyetoro Gbede, Ijumu Local Government Area, where he was expected to cast his vote.
The Nation's correspondent, who diligently monitored the exercise, confirmed Melaye's absence from the polling unit. It was further revealed that the PDP candidate, along with his supporters, opted to stay away from the election while he remained in his country home.
A source, identified as a PDP chieftain in the town, speaking on the condition of anonymity, disclosed that Melaye's decision not to vote stemmed from his belief that the election had already been predetermined. The source stated, "Oga deliberately stayed away from the exercise so as not to give the election credibility. We are qui..."
The reasons behind Melaye's boycott have sparked discussions and raised questions about the integrity of the ongoing election process. As the situation unfolds, the public eagerly awaits further developments in this unexpected turn of events.
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