As the people of Ondo State go out today Saturday, November 16, 2024 for its off-cycle governorship election, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged political stakeholders and the electorate to uphold peace, decorum and fulfil their civic responsibilities without fear before or after the elections.
Tinubu particularly reminded all political stakeholders, especially the candidates, that the people bestow the privilege to govern, stressing that this right must be respected and not undermined.
The President said that he anticipates a democratic process in the state that will genuinely reflect the people’s will and power to freely choose their leaders.
A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy, posted on his X handle, said that Tinubu 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.
The President also acknowledged the deployment of security men to maintain law and order and appreciated 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.
He emphasised 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.
