President Bola Tinubu congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on his re-election in the Ondo State governorship election on Saturday. The President also praised the process’s calm conduct, according to his spokeswoman, Bayo Onanuga.
The President complimented Aiyedatiwa and the other candidates from the 17 political parties on their maturity and sense of purpose during the campaigns and election, attributing the polls’ success to the state’s civility.
He urged political actors to let their orderly behaviour permeate post-election activities and processes. “President Tinubu believes that the Ondo State election was another litmus test for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
“He affirmed that the electoral body justified the confidence of the people with early preparations, deployment of staff and materials, and handling of the electoral process,” according to a statement. The President also praised INEC for its efficiency in uploading more than 98 percent of results on election day.
He praised the Nigerian Police Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Road Safety Corps, National Youth Service Corps, the military, and other security agencies for their professionalism in maintaining peace and order. The President invited candidates who were disappointed with the election results to investigate the court system’s alternatives for redress in areas of contention.
