President Muhammad Buhari has commended the electoral process of Edo State which produced Godwin Obaseki as the governor re-elected, and reiterated his commitment to free and fair elections in the country throughout his stay in office.
Buhari in a statement issued and made available to newsmen by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu said on Sunday that, "democracy will mean nothing if the votes of the people don't count or if their mandate is fraudulently tampered with"
Mr. President commended the election process in the state which led to the victory of Governor Godwin Obaseki as declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The President congratulated the winner and urged him to show grace and humility in victory.
Reacting to the outcome of the election as announced by INEC, President Buhari said: "My commitment to free and fair elections is firm, because without free and fair elections, the foundation of our political and moral authority will be weak."
He added: "I have consistently advocated for free and fair elections in the country because it is the bedrock of true democratic order.
"Democracy will mean nothing if the votes of the people don't count or if their mandate is fraudulently tampered with."
He also commended the people of Edo State, the parties, candidates and security agencies for conducting themselves responsibly.
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