As the kudos keep pouring in for the conduct of the just concluded gubernatorial election which took place on Saturday, June 21, 2014 the result of which was the victory of Ayo Fayose of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) over the incumbent governor, Kola Fayemi of then All Progressives Allaince (APC), prominent politician have reserved special praise for both competitors as regards their peaceful conduct in the aftermath of the election.
Former gubernatorial aspirant in Lagos state and present minister of State for Defence, Musiliu Obanikoro, has added his voice to the growing number of people singing the praises of both aspirants in the election, the mature way in which the result was received both by the winning and losing side of the fence.
In a statement by his special assistant (media and strategy), Ohimai Godwin Amaize, he salutes both men, saying the appellation, “Land Of Honour”, was no just a mere slogan.
Read the full statement below:
It is with a measure of elation that I hereby congratulate the good people of Ekiti State for restoring dignity in the democratic process by their exceptional conduct during last weekend’s Governorship elections.
The people of the State have proven without a doubt that the appellation “Land Of Honour” is well deserved. I enjoin all other citizens of our great country to emulate them as we prepare for another round of general elections early next year.
I also wish to commend His Excellency Governor John Kayode Fayemi for his show of uncommon magnanimity and sportsmanship by graciously conceding defeat. By this singular act he has advanced the ethos of our collective democratic experience. The “Omoluabi” conduct of my brother Governor Fayemi, once again exemplifies the noble nature of the people of the South West.
I would also like to congratulate my friend and brother Ayodele Fayose on his resounding victory at the polls. His election is an affirmation of the affection of the people of Ekiti, their belief in his leadership skills, and his vision for the future. Ayodele Fayose’s commitment to his people is unquestionable and worthy of emulation by other leaders. By this victory the people have reposed confidence in him, and placed a heavy responsibility on him to perform beyond their expectations.
Finally, President Goodluck Jonathan’s strong and consistent commitment to a free, fair, and peaceful election must be acknowledged and saluted.
