1991 Plateau State gubernatorial election

Plateau gubernatorial election

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Nominee Fidelis Tapgun Party SDP

Elected Governor Fidelis Tapgun SDP

The 1991 Plateau State gubernatorial election occurred on December 14, 1991. SDP candidate Fidelis Tapgun won the election. ^{[1] [2] [3] [4]}

Conduct

The gubernatorial election was conducted using an open ballot system. Primaries for the two parties to select their flag bearers were conducted on October 19, 1991. ^{[5] [6] [7] [8]}

The election occurred on December 14, 1991. SDP candidate Fidelis Tapgun won the election. ^{[9] [10]}

References

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