The National Election Authority (NEA) in Egypt announced that President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi secured victory in the 2024 presidential election with an overwhelming 89.6% of valid votes, totaling nearly 40 million. NEA Chairman Hazem Badawy disclosed that out of approximately 67 million eligible voters, a historic turnout of 66.8% was recorded, with almost 44.8 million citizens participating domestically and abroad. Hazem Omar of the Republican People's Party secured 4.5% of the vote, while Farid Zahran of the Egyptian Social Democratic Party and Abdel-Sanad Yamama of the Egyptian Wafd Party followed. President Sisi, addressing the nation after the results, acknowledged the challenges faced by the country, particularly the Gaza conflict threatening national security. Stressing Egypt's military and economic capabilities, he affirmed his commitment to upholding national security and the people's welfare. The election results eliminate the need for a runoff, as per Egyptian laws.
Key Points:
1. Egypt's National Election Authority (NEA) announced that President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi won the 2024 presidential election with 89.6% of valid votes, totaling nearly 40 million votes.
2. NEA Chairman Hazem Badawy revealed that out of around 67 million eligible voters, nearly 44.8 million citizens voted, resulting in a record-breaking turnout of 66.8%.
3. Hazem Omar of the Republican People's Party secured 4.5% of the vote, followed by Farid Zahran of the Egyptian Social Democratic Party and Abdel-Sanad Yamama of the Egyptian Wafd Party.
4. Sisi addressed the nation, acknowledging the responsibility of leading the country and emphasizing the challenges faced, including the conflict in Gaza, which threatens national security.
5. President Sisi affirmed Egypt's military and economic capabilities to safeguard national security and protect the people's gains.
6. The voting period in Egypt occurred from December 10-12, with Egyptians abroad casting their votes from December 1-3 in 121 countries.
7. The announced results eliminate the need for a run-off, as per Egyptian laws, given the incumbent candidate's significant majority.
8. Hazem Badawy highlighted the historic turnout, marking it as the highest in Egypt's history.
9. The election results reflect a decisive victory for President Sisi, securing a renewed mandate for his leadership.
10. The finality of the results solidifies Sisi's position as the elected president without the requirement for additional voting rounds.
(With Agency Inputs)
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