Obaseki Urges Peaceful Election, Rejects Violence

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Edo State Governor and PDP gubernatorial candidate, Godwin Obaseki, has emphasized the need for a peaceful election in the state, warning that violence will not achieve any positive outcome. Obaseki made this comment during a prayer and fasting event organized for all governorship candidates ahead of the election. He praised the church for its role in providing support to the people, especially during times of hardship. The Governor appealed to citizens to exercise their voting rights freely, stressing that there is no need for violence in the electoral process.

Key Takeaways:

  • Obaseki emphasized the importance of a peaceful election, stating that violence will not achieve any positive outcome.
  • He praised the church for its role in providing support to the people, especially during times of hardship.
  • The Governor appealed to citizens to exercise their voting rights freely, without fear of violence or intimidation.
  • Obaseki emphasized his commitment to peaceful governance, stating that he has a covenant with God to promote peace and stability in Edo State.
  • Rev. Felix Omobude, the National President of PFN, offered prayers for a peaceful election, calling on God to lift Edo State onto His hands and bring peace before, during, and after the election.

Statistics:

  • Obaseki has a covenant with God to promote peace and stability in Edo State.
  • The church has a significant role in providing support to the people during times of hardship.
  • The Governor appealed to citizens to exercise their voting rights freely, without fear of violence or intimidation.
  • Obaseki emphasized the importance of a peaceful election, stating that violence will not achieve any positive outcome.

Sources:

  • Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
  • Godwin Obaseki, Governor of Edo State
  • Rev. Felix Omobude, National President of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN)