June 12: Obaseki Commend Nigerians for Upholding Democratic Principles

The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has commended Nigerians for upholding democratic principles over the past 25 years noting the importance of democratic consolidation for sustainable development in the country.

Governor Godwin Obaseki’s commendation of Nigerians for upholding democratic principles over the past 25 years highlights the importance of democratic consolidation for sustainable development in the country. He has emphasized the need for active voter participation in the upcoming September 21 governorship election in Edo State, urging citizens to vote wisely to maintain the state’s progress and development trajectory.

In a statement, the governor emphasized the need for active voter participation in the upcoming September 21 governorship election in Edo State, urging citizens to vote wisely to maintain the state’s progress and development trajectory.

According to him, “As we mark this year’s democracy day, it is pertinent to applaud the tenacity, resilience and bravery of Nigerians in sustaining the core tenants of democracy over the past 25 years. It has remained one of our greatest legacies as a country that we are able to freely choose those who preside over our affairs and decide to either keep or change them every four years.

“We have come a long way in this journey. Though we might be where we wish to be as of today, we are better off for it as a nation. Democracy remains the most desirable form of government because of its core principles of freewill, free enterprise, civil liberties, fairness and justice.

“We have grown as a democratic nation over the years and all credit for the progress we have made goes to Nigerians who continue to respect the tenets of democracy as the best choice to attain sustainable development.”

On the upcoming Edo State governorship election, the governor urged Edo people to vote wisely, ensuring to cast their vote for the candidate who presents the most credible, pragmatic, intelligible and coherent pathway to societal development.

According to him, “As we proceed to the polls in September, it is necessary to be circumspect. We have made tremendous progress in the State in the last eight years. It is now only reasonable to ensure that the baton to the candidate who ensures sustainability of the projects, initiatives and development trajectory that we have set in the State. So, I urge you all to come en masse and vote for the most credible, accessible and competent candidate, who has a track record of excellence.”