Abdullahi Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that governor-elect Lucky Ayedatiwa’s victory was a triumph for democracy and the people of Ondo state.
Recall that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, November 17, 2024, declared Mr Aiyedatiwa as the winner of the Saturday, November 16, 2024, governorship election in Ondo state.
A statement issued by Edwin Olofu, the chief press secretary to Mr Ganduje, quoted the APC chairman as saying this in a congratulatory message to Mr Ayedatiwa for his re-election at the election.
Mr Ganduje said the remarkable success at the poll was a testament to the trust and confidence the people of Ondo State had in his vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to their well-being.
He said Mr Ayedatiwa’s victory was not just a win for the APC, but a triumph for democracy and the enduring will of the people.
Mr Ganduje noted that the recent victory of the party in the Edo and Ondo States governorship election was not a fluke, but an attestation that Nigerians had embraced the APC as their party.
He assured that the party would remain in power for a very long time.
The APC national chairman added that the election was a clear reflection of the collective aspirations of the people of Ondo State, who had chosen continuity, progress, and development over retrogression.
He commended INEC for conducting a transparent, credible, and peaceful election, which further consolidates Nigeria’s democratic gains.
Mr Ganduje also lauded the security agencies and stakeholders for ensuring a conducive environment for voters to exercise their franchise freely.
He expressed gratitude to the chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF), Hope Uzodimma, APC National Working Committee (NWC) and the party’s supporters across Ondo State.
Mr Ganduje added that their hard work, resilience, and unity of purpose, played a pivotal role in securing the well-deserved victory.
He urged the governor-elect to remain focused on delivering people-oriented policies and programmes that would uplift the living standards of the people of the state as he embarked on another term of service.
The APC chairman assured the governor of the party’s unwavering support and commitment to his administration’s success.
“I congratulate Ayedatiwa, the great people of Ondo State, and the entire APC family on this historic achievement,” Mr Ganduje said.
