Former President Olusegun
Obasanjo on Monday urged Edo Governor, Godwin Obaseki, to be magnanimous in
victory.
He said this was charitable and
would cool passions in the wider interest of the state and Nigeria.
Obasanjo said Obaseki’s
re-election was proof that Edo people valued his leadership and efforts made
thus far.
The former Nigerian leader
commended individuals and groups that supported the governor who contested
under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform.
“I salute you and all those who
worked for your re-election,” Obasanjo stated in his congratulatory letter to
Obaseki.
He said the outcome broadly
reflects the choice of Nigerians who have, by their conduct, visibly
demonstrated that they value our present democracy and will do their utmost to
make it work.
“I urge you, therefore, to
reciprocate their trust by doing everything you can to strengthen their faith
in democracy and in its ability to bring about improved material conditions and
better service delivery. I also count on your support of well-meaning Nigerians
like me in our quest for national peace, stability and economic development and
trust that you will play an active and visible role in our pursuit of these
noble and desirable objectives.
“You have fought and won the
elections and deserve to savour the victory despite all the odds and challenges
posed by the opposition. As you rejoice, however, I would urge that you should
be magnanimous in victory and stretch a hand of fellowship to the other
candidates who failed in their bid for the elected office.
“Such a gesture is not only charitable but
should also help at this time to cool passions in the wider interest of the
nation and your State. You are now, as before, Governor of Edo State and not
Governor of only those who voted for you in Edo State.
“I felicitate with you, once
again, on your renewed mandate and, as you prepare for another four years at
the helm, I extend best wishes for your good health and the continued progress
of Edo State under your able leadership”, Obasanjo added.
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