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By Funmi Adekoya
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the peaceful conduct of the election just as the INEC officials arrived at the polling units early.
Governor Adeleke who gave the commendation while addressing Journalists also lauded the use of the Bio-modal Verification Accreditation System (BVAS) for the exercise, which he said was swift and working well.
The Governor arrived at his polling unit at Ward 2 Unit 009, Abogunde /Sagba, in Ede North Local Government area at exactly 8:42 a.m. with his family and did his accreditation and also voted at 8:44 a.m.
He advised the voters to follow the rules and regulations guiding the electoral process and eschew violence.
Also, the Speaker Osun State House of Assembly, Mr Timothy Owoeye was at his polling unit 006, ward 10 in Ilesa East Local Government to cast his vote with a call to Nigerians to conduct themselves peacefully.
Radio Nigeria reports that the election in some parts of the state, including Osogbo, Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore, Olorunda, Ejigbo Local Government areas is going smoothly without any form of distraction.
However, Radio Nigeria observed that motorists who are not on official duty flouted the order of IGP while some food vendors were doing their business with some shops open.
By Iyabo Adebisi and Mosope Kehinde
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, his wife Tamunominini have voted at Ward 11, polling unit one, Abayomi area in Ibadan North East LGA, at exactly 10:10 am.
In an interview with newsmen, Governor Makinde expressed satisfaction with the electoral process so far.
The Governor implored all the electorate to be patient with those in charge of the exercise while charging them to carry out their civic responsibility.
Similarly, Oyo state APC governorship candidate, Senator Teslim Folarin has cast his vote at exactly fifteen minutes past eleven o’clock in the morning.
Folarin Cast his vote at Ward 5, units 2, Idi Ose, Akanran in Ona Ara local government area of Oyo state.
By Maxwell Oyekunle
Iyabo Adebisi
Ahead of the February 25 General election, the Joint Security Task Force, JSTF, in Oyo State has assured residents of the state of a violence-free electoral exercise.
The General Officer Commanding, 2 Division Mechanised Nigerian Army, Odogbo, Ibadan, Major General Mohammed Usman gave the assurance at a joint security show of force exercise in Ibadan.
The General Officer Commanding 2 Division, who was represented by Brigadier General Kingsley Nwoko told mischief makers to rethink as security agents would clamp down on them.
Also addressing journalist, the Special Adviser to Governor Makinde on Security, Fatai Owoseni, who urged residents in the state to follow laid down rules as regards the election, stressed the need for people to desist from spreading information aimed at causing panic.
The show of force by the Joint Security Task Force was to assure residents in the state of their safety before, during and after the Elections in 2023.
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By Mosope Kehinde
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Political Parties, security agencies and civil society organizations in Oyo state have expressed their readiness for peaceful conduct of the much-awaited 2023 general election.
This formed part of resolutions at an enlarged stakeholders meeting held in Ibadan towards the successful conduct of the forthcoming 2023 general election.
The enlarged stakeholders meeting which had in attendance, representatives of security agencies, political parties, Interparty Advisory Council, IPAC, religious leaders, civil society organizations and the National Orientation Agency, NOA was in preparation for this Saturday’s elections.
A cross-section of the participants believed that with the level of preparation by INEC and security agencies in the state, the elections would be peaceful and credible.
Two members of different political parties in Oyo state, Mr Gbeminiyi Ayodele and Alhaji Tajudeen Olanife as well as the representative of the youth council, Mr Qodri Olusegun said despite the scarcity of fuel and cash presently being experienced by Nigerians critical stakeholders were resolved to ensure peaceful conduct of the polls
Other stakeholders who spoke with Radio Nigeria appealed to INEC to remain neutral and provide a level playing ground for all parties.
The stakeholders urged politicians to shield their swords and educate their followers on the importance of maintaining peace at voting centres.
Speaking on behalf of other security agencies in the state, Commissioner of Police, Mr Adebowale Williams, represented by ACP Elkanem Umen, said the rank and files of the Oyo state police command have been trained according to electoral act for peaceful conduct of the polls
Earlier, the Residents Electoral Commissioner in Oyo state, Dr Adeniran Tella who assured residents of free and credible polls, disclosed that non-sensitive materials have been received and deployed to all INEC Local Government Area Offices across the state.
Dr Tella said for an inclusive 2023 General Election, materials such as Braille Ballot Guide, transcribed voter information for the blind, magnifying glasses for the albinos and posters for hard-to-hear electorate have been provided.
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Come February 25 this year, the Nigerian electorate go to the poll to elect a successor to President Muhammadu Buhari, who ceases to pilot the affairs of the country after May 29, as well as National Assembly lawmakers, while governorship and state assembly candidates know their fate on March 11.
Candidates slugging it out for the hot seat in Aso Rock have been on the campaign trail selling their agenda to the Nigerian public.
Political and international relations expert, Dr Moses Duruji, in this interview with Simeon Ugbodovon, scrutinizes the political landscape.
In less than two weeks, Nigerians are heading to the poll, what makes this year’s election significant?
Thank you for that question. The 2023 General Election scheduled for February 25 and March 1i 2023, is the seventh in the series under the 4th Republic dispensation. It is going to be significant because, unlike previous elections, the Nigerian electorate has woken from their slumber and the indicators are right there for everyone to see. Nigerians now believe in the power of their votes to determine those who occupy public offices and leadership positions at different levels. Thanks to the newly amended 2022 Electoral Act which has inspired confidence in Nigerians that this time, their votes will count in the coming elections.
Do you see the electorate as being enlightened enough to wield the power of their voter card, what percentage is this?
Yes, feelers from the streets across the length and breadth of the country show that the Nigerian electorate is upbeat to vote on February 25 and March 14 this year. So we are going to witness an unprecedented turnout of voters in significant proportion compared to previous elections where apathy was the order of the day. We saw signs in the surge of eligible Nigerians during the exercise of continuous voter registration (CVR) and the high turnout in the collection of Permanent voters cards (PVC). We saw unprecedented campaigns by civil society groups, churches, market groups, and youths, urging people to go out and register as well as collect their PVCs and how the calls were heeded. This is unlike previous years when voters feel unconcerned about these exercises.
Are there factors that weaken the remaining percentage of uninformed voters predisposing them to manipulation?
Definitely, there are factors hindering voters – mainly from the part of the election management body the INEC which continues to show inefficiencies in carrying out their mandate, particularly in their handling of the CVR and collection of PVCs. So many Nigerians got frustrated and withdrew quietly. The idea of centralizing these exercises at the 774 Local Government headquarters imposed untold high financial cost, time and inconvenience on eligible Nigerians.
Secondly, there are still some Nigerians who believe that their votes will not count as was the case in the past. So the heightened voter enlightenment campaigns fall on deaf ears – more so the performance of elected politicians in the past does not inspire these ones to queue into the wave of enthusiasm right now. They see all politicians as the same who make promises that they fail to deliver in the end.
Let’s come to the election umpire, INEC do you see it poised to deliver a credible election, and are there indices to indicate INEC’s preparedness or otherwise?
Well INEC the election umpire as always have kept assuring Nigerians and the International community that they are fully prepared to conduct hitch-free elections though they are expressing concerns with the security situation and fuel scarcity persisting in the country which is out of their control.
But INEC preparedness will be tested on a national scale on February 25th and March 14th this year. In the past, we saw logistic problems overwhelming INEC despite assurances and leading to postponement and other chaos that marred those elections. Even though INEC has improved with their recent outings in the Anambra, Ondo and Osun Gubernatorial elections as well as reforms in the system including the introduction of technology such as the Bimordal Voter Accreditation System BVAS and Electronic transmission of Results to INEC server and the INEC Results viewing portal IREV, all of which will be tested on the national scale come February 25th and March 11th, unlike the isolated exercises in few states warranting full concentration of INEC officials.
Another disturbing concern is the recent ruling of the Osun state Election Tribunal that annulled the result declared by INEC citing overvoting in about 744 Polling Units (PUs). Though disputed as that is the ruling of the court of first instance as appeals are allowed up to Supreme Court questions of how are being asked by Nigerians. How reliable are INEC servers? How prepared are INEC staff and are they adequately trained to handle their assignments and resist temptation from desperate politicians? But in all, BVAS and Electronic transmission of Results have come to stay and Nigerians are counting down to February 25th.
Simeon Ugbodovon
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Olufisoye Adenitan
Ondo state Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has admonished Nigerians to come out en mass and vote their conscience come Feb 25 presidential election.
Governor Akeredolu made this known while speaking at a symposium organized by Atunluse initiative held in Akure
The Governor represented by Deputy Governor, Lucky Ayedatiwa said that it was important that Nigerians shun vote trading in this coming election in order to have the thorough democracy they have been clamouring for in the country.
The governor also stressed the need for devolution of power from the centre in order for states to be able to stand on it own and remit resources like taxes to the central.
Earlier the convener of the initiative, Akin Akinbobola charged Nigerians to think deeply and set their priorities straight by voting for leaders without sentiments but leaders with the capacity to rule the country effectively.
A legal luminary Kayode Ajulo harps on adequate enlightenment for Nigerians to understand the electoral process in order to shun vote trading.
Also, Professor Akin Alao of the Obafemi Awolowo University said greed and lack of discipline were why most politicians and followers could not emulate the legacy of Obafemi Awolowo.
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President Joe Biden and ex-President Donald Trump held duelling rallies as the election to reshape Congress entered its final campaign day.
Mr Biden and Mr Trump made their last-minute pleas to voters in New York and Florida respectively, as Momentum has shifted recently towards Republicans, who are trying to wrestle both chambers from Democratic control.
They are favourites to win control of the House of Representatives but the Senate is a toss-up, polling suggests.
Winning one chamber would severely hinder President Biden’s legislative agenda.
With the campaign on its final day on Monday, his party is braced for losses even in parts of the country where Democrats usually do well.
He spoke at a rally in New York on Sunday to support Governor Kathy Hochul, who is fending off an unexpectedly stiff challenge from Trump-backed Republican candidate Lee Zeldin.
She has received last-minute help from some Democratic star names – former President Bill Clinton, Vice-President Kamala Harris and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
In his speech, Mr Biden called the election “an inflexion point” that will determine the next 20 years. He told voters at Sarah Lawrence College that they are choosing between two “fundamentally different visions of America”.
Meanwhile, his predecessor in the White House, Mr Trump, was in Miami where he spoke for over an hour, hammering Democrats for leading the country towards “communism”.
“Democrats want to turn America into communist Cuba or socialist Venezuela,” Mr Trump told the audience members.
“To every Hispanic American in Florida and across the land, we welcome you with open open open arms to our Republican party,” he continued.
Mr Trump also continued to hint that he may run for president again in 2024, telling voters to “stay tuned” for his rally on Monday in Ohio.
Polls suggest that Democrats will likely lose their majority in the House of Representatives.
Control of the Senate will probably rely on the results of highly tight races in Pennsylvania, Georgia and Nevada.
Over 40 million votes have already been cast during the early-voting period so far, experts say, overtaking the total number of early ballots in 2018.
Mail-in ballots normally take longer to tally than votes taken in person, leading to a high likelihood that several races will be too close to call on Tuesday night.
Several key battleground states, like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, ban election officials from beginning the count until Election day.
BBC/ Taiwo Akinola
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On the 28th, of last month, the gong of electioneering was struck across the nation as stipulated by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
The commission had said the campaign for presidential and national assembly elections should commence that day while that of governorship and state houses of the assembly was to begin on October 12, this year.
Already political gladiators are on the track of events with familiarization visits, and pasting of posters to signal their ambitions to vie for various seats of governance.
However, events of the past had shown that hardly was there electioneering in the history of the nation without pockets of violence.
There had been reports of political trains of parties clashing during campaigns while political thugs unleash terror on members of opposition parties in defence of their own party.
Many Nigerians who were quietly going about their lawful businesses had also fallen victim to political campaign violence, with records of loss of lives and property.
For instance, during campaigns ahead of the Osun state governorship election, a couple of months back, there were instances of attacks on the convoy of a sitting governor, and that of a minister in the same state.
Also in Ekiti, during the governorship election;
Despite great logistical organization and peaceful voting, the campaign period was marked by turbulence and several notable interparty clashes.
Civil society and election observer groups concentrated on instances of vote-buying along the highly successful election administration by INEC which resulted in smooth voting, direct online transmission of results, and one of the earliest winner declarations in recent Nigerian history as the result was announced on night of the election.
At this juncture, it should be noted that political violence is nothing but a great threat to public peace and there is no justification for such.
Hence, it is expected that as candidates and their party agents begin to move around cities, nooks and crannies of the country to seek the support of the people it should be done in a peaceful manner.
They should abide by laid down principles and the peace pact signed on behalf of their parties in a bid to realize their aspirations.
Relevant agencies, non-governmental organizations, stakeholders, and individuals should collaborate with security operatives in protecting lives and property during campaigns.
Above all, there can never be peace in an atmosphere of violence and rancour, all Nigerians especially political parties should embrace peace as this watchword at this time.
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Taiwo Akinola
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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has charged political stakeholders to embrace peace during campaigns.
NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Mr Micheal Adaralewa stated this during an interactive session that involved the HODs, Area Commanders, HOU and Divisional Officers in all the 33 Local Councils and 35 LCDA’s held at the State Command Headquarters Agodi, Ibadan.
He urged politicians and their supporters to conduct themselves well during the campaign as it is officially declared open today according to the timetable of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
“The politician should embrace peace and know that they cannot govern over the dead and also admonished the Stakeholders involved in the electioneering process in the state, starting from the campaign and proper election time to be God-fearing in discharging their duty”
He called on the officers and men of the Corps especially the Arms Squad, Agro Ranger, Female Squad, and Counter Terrorism Unit to see themselves as part of the process to achieve smooth electioneering by not compromising on the assignment given to them.
Commandant Adaralewa stated further that officers and men of the Corps are receiving training and retraining all the time, especially on ways to prevent abnormality during campaign and election time, hence the need for optimal professionalism while discharging their duties.
“He called officers and men of the corps to be law abiding and good ambassadors of the organization.
He also enjoined traditional rulers, Religious leaders and Landlords Associations to warn their subjects to conduct themselves in a manner that would not bring violence before, during and after the election.
“Political parties should inform the security agencies of their Campaign programme in other to provide adequate security at the campaign ground and also to maintain Peace, Protection of lives and National Assets of the country.
Commandant Adaralewa later enjoined the Political parties to go by the rules stated by INEC on campaign guidelines because anyone found doing anything against the guideline will be dealt with according to the law.
Rasheedah Makinde
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Less than 10 days to Osun Governorship election, the campaign train of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola has visited Orolu and Irepodun local governments to solicit for votes.
During the visit, Governor Oyetola met with traditional rulers in the area to solicit their support on his re-election strive.
The governor and his campaign entourage paid a visit to Hausa Community in Ifon where he met the Hausa leaders led by Alhaji Suleiman Sabo and their people on his re election ambition.
Addressing his supporters at Ifon market square, Governor Oyetola assured that they would benefit from his wealth of administrative experience if reelected as governor.
He said he had taken note of their needs including road and potable water.
In their remarks, the Director General Oyetola Campaign council senator Ajibola Bashiru and APC chairman in the state, Prince Gboyega Famodun urged their supporters to monitor their votes and ensure it was done according to INEC laid down procedure.
Radio Nigeria reports that, among the entourage of the governor were, his wife Kafayat, deputy governor, Mr Benedict Alabi and a former deputy governor, Mrs Titi Laoye-Ponle.
Abiodun Adeoye
Ahead of July 16 Osun Governiship election, the state Governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola has warned residents not to be instrumental to electoral violence.
Governor Oyetola who gave the warning while addressing his teeming supporters in Ilesa said, whoever is caught would face the wrath of the law.
He urged those who are yet to collect their PVC to do so in order to be able to vote during the election.
Governnor Oyetola was accompanied to the campaign rally by APC national secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore and the leadership of the APC campaign council for Osun Election led by Governnor Babjide Sanwo-Olu and kano state Governor, Abdulahi Ganduje.
Radio Nigeria reports that, Governor Oyetola and his campaign entourage paid homage to the Paramount ruler of Ijesa land, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran who noted that the achievements of the administration of the governor were massive to earn him support on his reelection bid.
Abiodun Adeoye
Political Awareness Group, PAG has advised Nigerians who do not have Permanent Voter Card (PVC) not to complain of bad governance after the 2023 elections.
Chairman of PAG, Barrister Abdulwaheed Olowonjaye stated this in Ibadan while speaking during a stakeholder’s conference organised by the group, an Association of Muslim Professionals and Technocrats.
Barrister Olowonjaye explained that the motive of the conference was to awaken the consciousness of Nigerian Muslims to get their PVCs.
He said anyone who could not get his or her PVC before the 2023 elections should not complain of bad governance after winners emerge stressing that PVC is the only power Nigerians have to change the country for good.
Barrister Olowonjaye while speaking further enjoined the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC to extend the registration deadline so as to allow those who have not registered for their PVCs to do so.
He advised those who will emerge as winners of the various elections in 2023 to deliver good governance.
He said, “We are here today as we can see that Nigerians are preparing for 2023 elections. We want to awaken the consciousness of the Muslims. They should get their PVC and vote for the right candidates.
“We are technocrats and professionals. We want to know how Muslims are preparing for the elections”.
“They should not complain of bad governance if they cannot get their PVC.
“This is the time to till the land, this is the time to sow the seeds. They should not complain. This is the time to prepare. If we want good governance, this is the time to sow the seeds. They should get their PVCs and vote during the elections”.
“I enjoin INEC to extend registration to allow all eligible voters to register.”
Speaking on the theme of the conference “2023 General Elections: Nigeria Muslims Decide”,Director, Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC, Professor Isiaq Akintola enjoined all Muslim groups to be politically active and emphasize the need for their members to register and get their PVCs.
“It is important that we get our PVCs. Don’t sell your votes. Don’t be involved in vote buying. Don’t involve in political thuggery, the person who wants to use you is keeping his children at home”.
He urged INEC not to deny anyone from registering for PVCs stressing that disenfranchisement is a criminal offence.
“We will not ask you to show your PVCs before you come to mosque. It is for Ummah. The INEC has extended the date of the deadline. Don’t wait till tomorrow. We must get it. You cannot vote with rosary”.
In a remark, INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner in Oyo State, Barrister Mutiu
Agboke explained that there is no policy of the commission that prevents anyone from registering for PVCs because of Hijab.
“If anyone is being denied because of Hijab in Oyo state, such person should make formal complain. But, I know that my staff in Oyo state cannot deny anyone from registering because of Hijab”.
“I want to appeal to you, our Muslim community should sensitive members to register for PVCs and vote for candidates of their choice.
Among the dignitaries at the programme were the Aare Musulumi of Yoruba land, Edo and Delta states, Alhaji Daud Akinola who was represented by Alhaji Kazeem Eleta, APC Governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Teslim Folarin represented by Alhaji Rashid Folarin, APC Senatorial candidate in Oyo Central district, Dr. Yunus Akintunde, Baagi of Sakiland, High Chief AbdRasheed Adegoke
Rilwan Fasasi
The Governor of Ekiti State and former Minister of Mines and Steel, Dr Kayode Fayemi has declared his intention to run for the seat of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in the 2023 elections on the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC.
Dr Fayemi made the declaration on Wednesday in Abuja while unveiling his agenda for the country.
He said, after consideration of where the nation was, he believed his entry into the race would rebirth a new Nigeria.
The governor said it has been his singular honour to have been an active part at various times with other committed compatriots labouring from various works of life, labouring with determination towards rapid and sustained national progress.
The former Minister said the decision to run was not one he took lightly but had made several consultations before arriving making his intentions known.
Amos Ogunrinde
Emmanuel Macron has beaten far-right candidate Marine Le Pen to win the French presidency, projections show he has taken 58% of the vote to her 42% in a narrower victory than their previous contest in 2017.
Mr Macron, 44, will make history by becoming the first French president to be re-elected in 20 years. His opponent Le Pen, 53, was running for the presidency for a third time
Addressing supporters in Paris, Le Pen said the unprecedented vote share it is still “a victory” for her party. She complained of a Macron dirty tricks campaign but thanked her supporters – particularly in France’s countryside and overseas – who have stuck with her.
“Marine, Marine,” they chanted inside the HQ here. There were then boos as her victorious competitor was mentioned.
Le Pen said she would remain a strong counter-force to Macron, and then led her to party members in a rendition of the national anthem. But it sounded somewhat flat – much like the champagne that has been poured and remains on the tables in the corner of the room.
Meanwhile, European leaders have begun congratulating Macron, saying it’s a victory for EU unity
BBC
France will head to the polls on Sunday to decide whether to give centrist Emmanuel Macron five more years as president or replace him with far-right candidate Marine Le Pen.
After a divisive election campaign, Ms Le Pen faces an uphill battle with her 44-year-old opponent polling ahead.
In order to win they both need to attract voters who backed other candidates in the first round.
But these are two polarising figures in France and abstention is a key factor.
Mr Macron’s detractors call him arrogant and a president of the rich, while the far-right leader has been accused of having close ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Mr Macron rose to power on a whirlwind promise of change, but many complain they are yet to see it. His presidency has been buffeted by protests, the Covid pandemic and now the rising cost of living.
BBC/Taiwo Akinola
As the Osun governorship election approaches, Osun State Police Command has warned politicians, political groups and members of the public against any form of a political campaign, rally or procession without his permission.
The Osun State Commissioner of Police, Mr Olawale Olokode gave the warning in a statement made available to newsmen by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Yemisi Opalola.
The statement reiterates the commitment of the command to maintain law and order in the state.
Noting that political activities are gathering momentum, it urges politicians to play the game as stipulated in line with the Electoral Acts 2010.
The statement indicates that it is imperative for any of the political parties or group to seek permission before embarking on rally or political campaigns to avoid a clash and ensure provision of adequate security for such campaign as hoodlums may use it as an opportunity to cause mayhem in the state.
It solicits the understanding and cooperation of political parties and strong synergy between the Police and members of the public in order to sustain the peaceful and serene environment currently being enjoyed in the state.
The statement finally urges residents of Osun State to be law abiding as the police will not tolerate any activity that may lead to breakdown of law and order.
Adeoye
Former Nigeria President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has called for mutual trust and confidence among political parties on Ghana in the electoral process ahead of the December 7 general election in the country.
Chief Obasanjo in a statement made available in Abeokuta urged both the NPP and NDC to ensure the peace and stability of the West African country.
The former chairman of the African Union (AU), also prayed that the country be the winner irrespective of the party that wins the election, noting that the continent would count on the parties’ patrotism during and after the election.
Wale Oluokun
Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi has distanced himself from an online campaign poster canvassing support for him for the 2023 presidential election.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Dr. Fayemi, Mr Yinka Oyebode, says the Ekiti helmsman is not privy to the unilateral action of the actor behind the online poster
PRESS RELEASE
ONLINE CAMPAIGN POSTER NOT AUTHORISED BY GOV FAYEMI
The attention of the Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi, has been drawn to news reports of a campaign poster being purportedly circulated on social media by the Chairman of Ikere Local Government Council, Mr Femi Ayodele.
Mr Ayodele is reported to be canvassing support for Dr Fayemi for the 2023 presidential election through the poster which was designed with the logo of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
However, mindful of the possible interpretation such an unauthorised act could be given by well meaning members of the public, we consider it important to state as follows:
Dr Fayemi does not have any knowledge of the campaign poster neither did he authorise Mr Ayodele or any person or group of persons to start a campaign on his behalf.
As a matter of fact, Mr Ayodele does not and cannot speak for the Governor on any matter, be it policy, administrative or political.
Governor Fayemi has reiterated over and over that he has a four-year mandate as Governor of Ekiti State and he is focused on actualising his promises to the people of the state through pragmatic leadership and systemic implementation of his administration’s five pillars of development.
This also serves as a note of caution to political appointees, government functionaries, political associates and groups to operate within the ambit of decency and steer clear of actions that are capable of distracting the government, the party and the Governor.
Signed:
Yinka Oyebode
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
19- 08- 2020
