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INEC Declares APC’s Benjamin Kalu Re-elected for Bende Fed Constituency Abia

INEC Declares APC's Benjamin Kalu Re-elected for Bende Fed Constituency Abia

INEC Declares APC’s Benjamin Kalu Re-elected for Bende Fed Constituency Abia

The people of Bende Federal Constituency have taken to the streets of various communities in jubilation over the victory of the Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu who was declared winner of the Bende Federal Constituency today, February 26th, 2023, Igbere TV reports.

The lawmakers who floored his opponents at the poll with over 10,000 votes joined the constituents in the victory match as he described it as a moment of joy and happiness for the people of Bende. He added that the election was a tough one by forces within and outside the party.

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Some of the Constituents who spoke to IGBERE TV Correspondent described the victory as well deserved as the Representative has done exceptionally well in his first tenure. They stressed that the victory was anticipated because they have worked hard to ensure his reelection is guaranteed.

Below is the results as announced by the returning officer, Adindu Chidinma

APC – 10,020
LP – 6818
PDP – 3930
ADC – 90
APGA – 301
APN – 184
APP – 72
NNPP – 60
SDP – 17
YPP – 105

Number of Accredited Voters – 22,308