President Bola Tinubu, on Friday, urged all stakeholders in the Edo State governorship election to respect the will of the people in choosing their leaders.
Tinubu said this in a statement on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
“President Tinubu urges the governorship candidates, political parties, and supporters to respect the democratic process and the people’s will. He believes in the voters’ ability to make informed decisions about their future leaders,” the statement partly read.
President Tinubu, who urged the Independent National Electoral Commission and security agencies to be impartial in their conduct, charged all the parties to endeavour to conduct themselves “peacefully and sportingly.”
He stressed that democracy thrives on civility, tolerance, patience, and respect for the rules of the game, noting that INEC had committed to conducting a free and fair election.
The statement added, “The President commends the governorship candidates and political parties for their campaigns, which have focused on issues that matter most to the people of Edo State, including improving livelihoods, promoting economic growth, and contributing to national development.
“He urges all citizens in the state to remain peaceful and respectful throughout the voting process. He encourages them to resolve any disagreements amicably through the constituted authorities.”
