COUNTING: Goilala Open progressive result – after elimination 3

After a late start since the end of primary count, Goilala Open has now entered into eliminations.

Incumbent sitting member William Samb is holding strong in the lead while candidates with the least votes are slowly being eliminated.

Gilbert Goi, Peter Gopa Aelai and Camilo Ese were the first three to drop out in the race.

Following are the progressive results:

Goilala Open- after elimination 3

CANDIDATE

PARTY

TALLY

William Samb

PANGU

5,097

Alex Hoem Robert

NA

2,290

Bruce Mamando

PNC

2,196

Gabriel Onne Mavai 

ODP

1,997

Mathew Poia

Independent

1,946

 

Ballots remaining in count are 21,303 while 50% + 1 absolute majority is 10,652.

Eliminations continue for the day.

Returning officer Theodore Maia expects this to conclude by Saturday.

He commended officials for their work so far and encouraged the efficiency to continue.

Prior to eliminations, Maia also talked with the officials regarding their payments, which should be finalised towards the declaration of the new member.

In the meantime, no major incidents have been reported at the counting venue at the Gordon Police gymnasium.

Police on ground have described the atmosphere as peaceful and comfortable.

Author: 
Gloria Bauai