Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has urged officials of the commission to remain steadfast to its ideals in conducting the Edo governorship election.
Speaking on the eve of the election, Yakubu said “Nigerians and the international community expect so much from us. They are watching. It is important that we all remain above board in the performance of our respective duties”.
“We must ensure that no political party or candidate is accorded any advantage over the other. We must be neutral at all times and stick strictly to our Code of Conduct and Oath of Neutrality to which we have all subscribed.”
By playing their parts and delivering a free, fair, and credible election, the INEC boss believes the commission would have helped to better the country.
“For, at the end of the day, we would have all contributed to the sustenance of democracy and a strong electoral process that all Nigerians can trust,” he said.
