By Gloria Ikibah
The United States Mission in Nigeria has praised the people of Edo State for the peaceful conduct of the gubernatorial elections held on September 21, 2024.
In a statement released by U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr., the Mission highlighted the importance of maintaining peace following the announcement of election results.
Ambassador Mills emphasised the appeal by Governor Godwin Obaseki for calm and urged all stakeholders, including the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to respect established electoral processes and legal avenues for challenging results.
“Transparency and due process are crucial to maintaining public confidence in any democratic system,” the statement reads in part.
The U.S. reiterated its commitment to supporting free, fair, and transparent elections in Nigeria and promised to continue monitoring the situation closely.
The statement by the U.S. government underscores the importance of respecting electoral outcomes and ensuring any disputes are handled within the bounds of the law.