ONDO ELECTION 2020: WE CANNOT AFFORD TO REST ON OUR OARS- INEC BOSS
Oru Leonard
As the citizens of Nigeria and even foreign election observers lauded the success recorded in Edo state governorship elections on September 19, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has said that the Commission will not rest on her oars.
Professor Yakubu stated this in a message delivered at Abuja on Thursday, October 8, two days to the Ondo state governorship Election.
“About three weeks ago, on the eve of the Edo State Governorship election, I appealed to the hardworking staff of the Commission to rise to the occasion and deliver a free, fair and credible process in accordance with our established policy. Indeed, our staff members, assisted by the security agencies and other critical stakeholders, did not spare any effort in ensuring the successful conduct of the election.
Clearly, Nigerians and friends of Nigeria are pleased with the outcome and we are encouraged by their commendations.
“However, we cannot afford to rest on our oars. Another end-of-tenure Governorship election is upon us. There is now an even higher expectation on Ondo State. We must consolidate on our recent achievement and account for every single vote cast on 10th October in a transparent manner which will ensure that only the choice of the electorate prevails”, he emphasized
Professor Yakubu implored electorates to resist any form of temptation and let their individual actions be guided by the extant laws and good conscience.
“Always remember that any unethical action by one INEC official is capable of rubbing off on all of us. Remain vigilant, principled and committed to the mission and vision of the Commission”, he added.
