PHOTO: Gombe Records Peaceful LG Polls, Voters Turn Out in Large Numbers

Gombe Records Peaceful LG Polls, Voters Turn Out in Large Numbers

Gombe State has successfully conducted peaceful, orderly and transparent Local Government Council elections across its 11 Local Government Areas.

Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, who voted at Polling Unit 010 in Jekadafari Ward, commended voters, electoral officials and security personnel for ensuring a smooth exercise.

The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to credible elections, strong democratic institutions and grassroots governance as key drivers of development.

Voting was generally peaceful across the state, with security personnel, election officials and observers carrying out their duties without disruption. Result collation is expected to commence immediately after voting.

The election is the first since the creation of 13 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), a move aimed at bringing governance closer to the people and accelerating development at the grassroots