- Kogi State Government urges eligible voters to participate in the gubernatorial election, assuring security measures for a peaceful process
- Commissioner Fanwo commends Federal Government and security agencies, emphasizing the importance of rejecting violence for a democratic celebration
The Kogi State Government has called on eligible voters to turn out in large numbers and participate in the upcoming gubernatorial election on Saturday. In a statement, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, assured citizens that security operatives had been deployed to safeguard them during the electoral process.
The statement emphasized that every polling unit would be under protection, creating an environment where eligible voters could confidently cast their votes. Fanwo commended the Federal Government and security agencies for their commitment to ensuring a peaceful poll.
He urged the people of Kogi State to exercise their civic right to elect their leaders, emphasizing that the security operatives were present not to intimidate or harass but to maintain professionalism and provide security for the citizens.
The statement concluded by calling for a rejection of violence, emphasizing the importance of preserving the peace enjoyed in the state and ensuring that the electoral process becomes a celebration of democratic rights rather than a source of unrest.
APGA gov candidate warns against vote buying in Imo
Tony Ejiogu, the Imo State governorship candidate for the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), urged the people of the state to refrain from selling their votes to the highest bidder.
He made this plea while concluding his campaign, emphasizing his dedication to serving the state with integrity.
Addressing a gathering of supporters in Owerri North, the APGA candidate promised a new era in Imo politics, vowing to initiate a resurgence.
He highlighted the need to rebuild Imo and restore its former glory, addressing issues such as insecurity, inadequate infrastructure, unemployment, a struggling healthcare system, and the welfare of workers and pensioners.