Mobolaji Michael
THE National Coordinator of the Obidients Movement, Dr Yunusa Tanko, has described the malpractices that characterised the just concluded Edo State governorship election as ‘deeply troubling’.
Dr Tanko, in a statement issued in Abuja, made available to Eighteen-Eleven Media via electronic channel, stressed that the outcome of the election has revealed a disconcerting occurrence that did not reflect the true wishes of the people.
“Those with a conscience must stand firm against the individuals and agencies abusing their positions to weaken our democratic institutions. Edo State election is a clear signal that electoral reforms are urgently needed, and we must prioritise the protection of our democratic processes.
“It is time to collectively push for a truly independent electoral commission, transparent campaign financing, voter education and empowerment.
“It is time to ensure that individuals and organisations are made to be strictly held accountable for electoral misconducts and offences as a way of safeguarding our democracy.
“As Obidients, we urge Nigerians, irrespective of party affiliations, to come together and defend our democracy from this type of brigandage for the future of our nation to ensure that power stays in the hands of the people, not in the grasp of a select few.”
Eighteen-Eleven Media