The Ondo State election will be held on 16 November 2024. Incumbent APC Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa is running for election to a full term.
The candidates are:
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it is ready for the election. INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu said the commission had taken all necessary steps to ensure a free, fair and credible election.
The Ondo State election is seen as a test of the APC's popularity in the state. The party has been in power in the state since 2016. The PDP is hoping to regain power in the state after losing it in 2016.
The election is also seen as a test of the APC's popularity in the South-West region. The APC has been in power in the region since 2015. The PDP is hoping to make inroads into the region in the 2024 election.
The Ondo State election is likely to be a close race. The APC and the PDP are the two main contenders in the election. The SDP and the ZLP are also expected to perform well in the election.
The election is likely to have a significant impact on the political landscape in Ondo State and the South-West region.