Key Takeaways
- Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma urged voters in Osun State to avoid violence and intimidation ahead of the governorship election
- Uzodinma campaigned for the APC's candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, at the party's mega rally in the state
- The governor emphasized the importance of peaceful participation in the election and protecting Nigeria's democratic process
The Imo State Governor and Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodinma, has made a strong appeal to voters in Osun State to shun violence and intimidation ahead of the upcoming governorship election. Uzodinma made this appeal on Thursday while addressing supporters at the APC mega rally in the state, where he campaigned for the party’s candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO.
According to Uzodinma, the APC is committed to peaceful participation in the election and urged voters not to be drawn into activities capable of undermining the electoral process. The governor emphasized that the APC is a party built on ideology and progressive minds, and therefore, it is not known for violence or trouble.
APC's Commitment to Peaceful Participation
Uzodinma called on residents to come out in large numbers to support Oyebamiji and his running mate, saying the APC governors were in the state to mobilise support for the party. He also stated that an APC victory would bring Osun into closer alignment with the federal government and other APC-controlled states.
The Imo governor further appealed to supporters of all political parties to maintain peace during the election, stressing the need to protect Nigeria's democratic process. He also urged voters to support President Bola Tinubu, arguing that an APC victory in Osun would contribute to the administration’s efforts to transform the country.
Why This Matters
The upcoming Osun governorship election is crucial for the state's future, and the APC's victory would have significant implications for the country as a whole. By shunning violence and supporting the APC, voters can contribute to a peaceful and democratic process, ultimately leading to a better future for Nigeria.