Nigeria Deserves Better_Tuesday_17/09/2024

The upcoming Edo State governorship election 2024. The INEC Chairman, Professor Yakubu Mahmood, who destroyed the sanctity of the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria, has been making statements of assurances to the Edo State people on free, fair, credible, and transparent elections for the upcoming governorship election in 2024. And in an online video, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to return Edo State to his ruling APC party by all means possible, which includes rigging, snatching, and running away with ballot boxes where and when need be. Knowing the antecedents of both the INEC and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his ruling APC party towards elections in Nigeria, one is forced to ask: Are they placing the Edo people in a state of confusion, not knowing whom to believe anymore? Let us discuss: The upcoming Edo State Governorship Election 2024 is poised to be a critical juncture in the state’s political landscape, with the actions and statements of key figures adding an air of uncertainty and distrust among the populace. The remarks made by INEC Chairman, Professor Yakubu Momood, in light of his controversial involvement in the 2023 presidential election, have left Edo State residents questioning the legitimacy of the electoral process. Similarly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of intent to ensure a victory for his APC party by any means necessary, including rigging and ballot box tampering, raises serious concerns about the democratic integrity of the upcoming election. The implications of a government and its electoral umpires denying citizens the right to freely choose their leaders cannot be overstated. Firstly, such actions undermine the very essence of democracy, which is built on the principle of governance by the people, for the people. When elections are marred by irregularities and manipulation, the trust between the government and its citizens is eroded, leading to widespread disillusionment and apathy towards the political process. This can result in a cycle of electoral fraud and disenfranchisement that perpetuates a culture of corruption and authoritarianism. Furthermore, when citizens are denied the opportunity to elect their preferred candidates through a fair and transparent electoral process, the legitimacy of the government that emerges from such elections is called into question. Without the consent and support of the people, the governing body lacks the moral authority to enact policies and make decisions that truly reflect the will of the population. This can lead to social unrest, civil disobedience, and a breakdown of law and order, further destabilizing the state and hindering its progress and development. Ultimately, the demerits of government and electoral umpires denying citizens the right to choose their leaders are far-reaching and detrimental to the fabric of society. It is imperative that the upcoming Edo State Governorship Election 2024 upholds the principles of free, fair, and transparent elections to ensure that the voice of the people is heard and respected. Only through a genuine democratic process can the state move forward towards a future that is truly representative of the aspirations and needs of its citizens. @NzeIkayMedia #highlights @Everyone #NigeriaDeservesBetter #AfricaDeservesBetter Email: enquiry@