As reported by Daily Trust, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State has rejected the results of Saturday’s local government election, labelling the process a "desecration of democracy" and a misuse of public funds.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Adewara, the PDP demanded the cancellation of the election and called for a fresh poll to be conducted.

“We will explore legal means to restore the stolen mandate of the people,” Adewara said, adding that over 85% of voters were disenfranchised across the 16 local government areas.

PDP also criticised the tribunal set up to address complaints, claiming it fell short of constitutional requirements. The party called for a new tribunal to be headed by a high court judge.

On Sunday, the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner in all 16 councils.