EDO ELECTION: PDP Warns Against Destabilization of Democracy, Demands Credible Electoral Process

By Emmanuel Kwada

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) concluded its governorship campaign in Edo State on Saturday with a strong warning against any attempt to destabilize Nigeria’s democracy. The party vowed to ensure a credible electoral process in the September 21 election and resist any attempt to rig the outcome.

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State, Chairman of the PDP National Campaign Council, assured the people of Edo that the party will not accept anything less than a free and fair election. “Edo is the cradle of civilization and intellectualism, and the needful must be done,” he said.

The power to shape your future is in your hands

Acting National Chairman of the party, Illiya Damagum, warned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) against announcing election results in the dead of night, a tactic often associated with electoral manipulation. “We will defend our votes and resist any attempt to rig the election,” he vowed.

Former Presidential Candidate, Atiku Abubakar, urged the electorate to vote, protect, and defend their votes to prevent tampering. “The power to shape your future is in your hands,” he said.

The warnings come amidst allegations of arrest and intimidation of PDP members in Edo ahead of the election. The party has accused the ruling party of attempting to destabilize the democratic process.

The PDP has vowed to resist any attempt to undermine the will of the Edo people, ensuring that their votes count and their voices are heard.

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