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Osun election: APC National Secretary votes, commends INEC, security
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Osun election: APC National Secretary votes, commends INEC, security

From Vanguard · () English

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  • Senator Ajibola Basiru, APC National Secretary, voted in the Osun State governorship election.
  • He commended INEC for timely material deployment and praised voters for high turnout.
  • Basiru also lauded security agencies for maintaining a peaceful atmosphere during the election.

Senator Ajibola Basiru, the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), cast his vote in the Osun State governorship election on Saturday. Basiru and his wife voted at Ward 7, Unit 3, in Osogbo Local Government Area shortly after polls opened.

the turnout as an indication of the peopleโ€™s commitment to democracy.

โ€” Senator Ajibola BasiruSpeaking with journalists after voting

After casting his ballot, Basiru spoke to journalists, commending the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its efficient deployment of election materials and personnel. He noted the large voter turnout as a sign of the people's dedication to democracy. The APC leader also praised the security agencies for their effective arrangements, which he said contributed to a peaceful and orderly environment at the polling stations.

the presence of security operatives had contributed to a peaceful and orderly atmosphere at polling units.

โ€” Senator Ajibola BasiruSpeaking with journalists after voting

Describing the voting process as calm and without hitches, Basiru expressed optimism for a free, fair, and credible election. He also conveyed confidence in the APC's prospects, hoping for a victory at the end of the exercise. Voting across Osun State proceeded with tight security and high voter participation.

the voting process as calm and hitch-free, expressing optimism that the election would be free, fair and credible.

โ€” Senator Ajibola BasiruSpeaking with journalists after voting
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