President Bola Tinubu has called for a peaceful outing at the Saturday, November 16, 2024, governorship election in Ondo State.
Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy in a statement said Tinubu urged all political stakeholders and the electorate to uphold peace and decorum and fulfil their civic responsibilities without fear before or after the elections.
Mr Onanuga said that the president also said he anticipates a democratic process in the state that will genuinely reflect the people’s will and power to freely choose their leaders.
Mr Tinibu in addition 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.
“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 emphasises 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,” Mr Onanuga stated.
