By Akanimo Felix
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday, called for a violence -free election as Ondo State prepares for its governorship poll, scheduled for tomorrow Saturday, November 16,2024.
With preparations for the election, the president stressed on the importance of a peaceful process in the state that will genuinely reflect the people’s will and power to freely choose their leaders.
In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on information and strategy, Tinubu stressed the need for transparency on the part of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC.
Tinubu said “ As Ondo State prepares for its off-cycle governorship election, President Bola Tinubu urges all political stakeholders and the electorate to uphold peace and decorum and fulfill their civic responsibilities without fear before or after the elections.
“President Tinubu anticipates a democratic process in the state that will genuinely reflect the people’s will and power to freely choose their leaders.
“The President commends 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.”
Tinubu also urged security agencies to act professionally, and adhere strictly to the provisions of the electoral act in order to ensure a credible Electoral process.
“He also acknowledges the deployment of security men to maintain law and order. He appreciates the assurances from the Inspector-General of Police and the Chief of Defence Staff that the personnel will act professionally and adhere to the provisions of the Electoral Act to ensure a credible electoral process.
“President Tinubu reminds all political stakeholders, especially the candidates, that the people bestow the privilege to govern, and this right must be respected and not undermined.
“He emphasizes that it is in the best interest of all Nigerians to ensure a free and fair election and consolidate our over 25 years of democratic governance.”
