The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secured victory in 30 out of the 31 local government chairmanship seats in the October 5, 2024, elections in Akwa Ibom State.
The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission (AKISIEC) announced the results on Sunday, revealing that the All Progressives Congress (APC) won in one local government area.
With the election successfully concluded, preparations are now underway for the swearing-in of the newly elected Chairmen and Vice Chairmen. The ceremony will take place on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 8 a.m. in the Banquet Hall of the Government House in Uyo, the state capital.
This information was confirmed in a statement signed by Enobong Uwah, the Secretary to the Akwa Ibom State Government. The statement also noted that Governor Umo Eno would preside over the event in the presence of invited guests.