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The United States Government has released an official statement addressing the ongoing controversy surrounding the September 21 governorship election in Edo State, Nigeria.
Richard Mills Jr., United States Ambassador to Nigeria, praised the largely peaceful conduct of the election and appealed for the maintenance of calm in the region.
In the statement, published on the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria’s official website on September 24, 2024, Ambassador Mills called upon all parties involved, including the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to uphold established electoral processes and adhere to legal channels for contesting election results. He stressed the vital role of transparency and due process in preserving public trust in democratic systems.
The United States reaffirmed its dedication to promoting free, fair, transparent, and credible elections in Nigeria and vowed to closely monitor developments in Edo State. The statement also applauded Governor Obaseki’s appeal for peace following the announcement of the election results.
The U.S. Government’s statement read as follows:
“The U.S. Mission in Nigeria commends the people of Edo State for the widely peaceful conduct of gubernatorial elections on September 21 and reiterates calls for calm following the announcement of results. We commend Governor Obaseki’s appeal for peace and urge all stakeholders, including INEC, to support established electoral processes and respect legal procedures to challenge results. Transparency and due process are crucial to maintaining public confidence in any democratic system. The United States reaffirms our commitment to supporting free, fair, transparent, and credible elections in Nigeria and will continue to monitor the situation closely.”
The September 21, 2024 Edo State governorship election has been marred by controversy since the declaration of the results. The United States’ statement represents a call for all involved parties to uphold peace, follow established legal procedures, and safeguard the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic process.
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