President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Governor Godwin Obaseki on his victory at Saturday’s Edo Governorship election.
In a statement made available to Igbere TV, Sunday, Buhari urged the governor to show grace and humility in victory.
“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,” Buhari said.
“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.”
President Buhari also commended the people of Edo State, the parties, candidates and security agencies for conducting themselves responsibly.
