No surprise: the center consolidates its leadership in CalabriaAccording to results that can be considered practically definitive, the outgoing governor Roberto Occhiuto reaches 58,2% (1.700 sections counted out of 2.400), while the centre-left challenger, Pasquale Tridico stops at 40,8%. Theaffluence remains at very low levels, slightly lower than in previous elections but well below 50%, around 43%.
The center-left candidate called Occhiuto to congratulate him. "It was a short but intense battle," he told reporters. Tridic Occhiuto's resignation, opportunistically brought about, took us by surprise. Our response, however, was strong, even though we knew it was a difficult battle." Now, added the MEP of the Five Star Movement, “a strong political response is needed”.
Calabria regional elections 2025: Occhiuto below 60%, turnout slightly down
Occhiuto therefore almost reaches 60% while his centre-left challenger does not even reach 41%, according to results which are in an advanced stage of counting but are not definitive.affluence, with the definitive data, it is certified to 43,14%, slightly down from the 44,36% recorded in the previous round of elections. The province of Catanzaro records the highest participation with 45,5%, while Vibo Valentia It comes in last with 38,9%. The data, however, does not take into account the approximately 420 Calabrian voters residing abroad, who did not vote.
Calabria regional elections: Forza Italia leads the way, while FdI and the Occhiuto list do well. Democratic Party (PD) remains stable.
On the party front, interesting changes can be observed compared to 2021. Brothers of Italy, third party in 2021 with 8,70%, rises to 11,6%, but is Forza Italy The coalition's leading party is by far: in 2021, it obtained 17,31%, and this time it confirmed its position, even improving slightly, reaching 18% with the count almost completed. It should also be noted that the civic list is also somehow controlled by the party founded by Silvio Berlusconi. Eyed President, which according to results that are not yet definitive but almost reaches 13% of the preferences. It also holds the Alloy, which in last week's election in Valle d'Aosta and Marche had seemed to be in a bit of a crisis and instead in the Region that will host the Bridge wanted by Matteo Salvini it garnered almost 10%.
In the centre-left, the Democratic Party remains substantially stable with a 13,4% very similar to the 13,18% obtained in 2021, and the same does the Movement 5 Stars which confirms the 6% of the previous round, to which the result of the new list must however be added Tridico President which collects a further 7,3% of the votes.
Tajani: "Success for Occhiuto and Forza Italia"
At the headquarters in Gizzeria, on the Tyrrhenian coast of Catanzaro, there's a festive atmosphere. "It's a victory for concreteness and good governance," Occhiuto reportedly told his supporters. "Calabria has chosen to continue on the path of change."
"President Occhiuto's success, Forza Italia's success. So for me, it's a great success. The center-right has confirmed itself as a force with a large following. It's clear that this is a vote for Calabria, but evidently nothing external influenced the Calabrians' vote. Did I expect such a landslide victory? Let's wait for the results; it's too early." This was stated by the Deputy Prime Minister and Forza Italia secretary. Antonio Tajani arriving at the hotel in Gizzeria.
Meloni rejoices: "Occhiuto's victory is important, it recognizes good governance."
"In Calabria, too, voters have placed their trust in the center-right coalition, confirming Roberto Occhiuto as regional president. This is an important result, acknowledging the good governance we will continue to pursue for the well-being of the region and its citizens. My congratulations to Roberto, and I wish him all the best in his work." The Prime Minister wrote: Giorgia Meloni on social media, celebrating the victory in the regional elections.
(Last updated at 9:45 PM on Monday, October 6)
