The United Kingdom has congratulated the people of Ekiti
State for their peaceful and democratic participation in the just concluded
governorship election in the state.
The UK, in a statement on its official Twitter page on
Monday, also commended the security agencies, civil society partners, and all
stakeholders for their collective effort in the successful conduct of the poll
under the new legal framework.
It expressed concerns about reports of vote-buying during
the election and called on the relevant authorities to hold any persons involved
accountable, stressing that buying and selling of votes have no place in a
democracy.
The UK advised the Independent National Electoral Commission
(INEC) to reflect on other potential improvements to the electoral process
ahead of general elections in 2023.
”Our team of observers on the ground noted commendable
improvements in the electoral process including the timely opening of polls,
better functioning of the BVAS devices for accrediting voters, and the
transparent and efficient electronic transmission of polling unit results to
INEC’s results viewing portal.
”We encourage INEC to reflect on other potential
improvements to the electoral process ahead of general elections in 2023,
especially the re-distribution and assignment of voters to newly established polling
units to reduce queuing times, better awareness and implementation of electoral
guidelines by INC staff and improved accessibility at polling units to help
with the participation of persons with disabilities.
”We urge any party or individual who is dissatisfied with
the process to seek redress in a peaceful manner and through the appropriate
legal channels.
”As Nigeria moves closer to the 2023 general elections, we
encourage people to register and collect their PVCs and to participate actively
in the political process. The UK will continue to assist INC and our partners
in their aspiration to support peaceful, credible and inclusive elections in
Nigeria.,” it said.
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