By Martin Odiete, Abuja
Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the victory of Governor Godwin Obaseki during Saturday’s Governorship election in Edo state, commending particularly the election process conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The Senior Special Assistant to the President(Media & Publicity), Garba Shehu disclosed this in a statement released after the election on Sunday. The President congratulated the winner and urged him to show grace and humility in victory.
In his reaction to the outcome of the election as announced by INEC, President Buhari said:
“My commitment to free and fair elections is firm, because without free and fair elections, the foundation of our political and moral authority will be weak.”
The President added:
“I have consistently advocated for free and fair elections in the country because it is the bedrock of true democratic order.
“Democracy will mean nothing if the votes of the people don’t count or if their mandate is fraudulently tampered with.”
He commended the people of Edo State, the parties, candidates and security agencies for conducting themselves responsibly.
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