As Ondo State prepares for its off-cycle governorship election on Saturday, President Bola Tinubu has urged all political stakeholders and the electorate to uphold peace and decorum and fulfil their civic responsibilities without fear before or after the elections.
President Tinubu, in a statement on Friday by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, anticipated a democratic process in the state that will genuinely reflect the people’s will and power to freely choose their leaders.
The President commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its diligent preparations for the election, particularly its timely distribution of sensitive materials across all 18 local government areas in the state.
He also acknowledged the deployment of security men to maintain law and order. He appreciated the assurances from the Inspector-General of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff that the security personnel will act professionally and adhere to the provisions of the Electoral Act to ensure a credible electoral process.
President Tinubu reminded all political stakeholders, especially the candidates, that the people bestow the privilege to govern, and this right must be respected and not undermined.
He emphasised that it is in the best interest of all Nigerians to ensure a free and fair election and consolidate the nation’s over 25 years of democratic governance.
