The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has hailed the electorate for their resilience and commitment to democracy following Saturday’s local government elections.

The party secured all chairmanship and councillorship seats across the 30 local government areas of the state.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Osun PDP Chairman, Sunday Bisi, lauded voters for their unwavering determination in the face of “needless provocation and harassment” from certain security operatives allegedly working to disrupt the election.

“The peaceful conduct of the poll is a testament to the will of the Osun people for democracy, despite the numerous attempts to intimidate and suppress them,” Bisi stated.

“Before and on Saturday, the will of our people for democracy was greatly tested by anti-democratic elements. From biased opinions to unlawful advice, the rights of Osun people to elect those who administer their affairs at the grassroots came under grave threat,” he added.

According to Bisi, “Everything was put into stopping the election, albeit illegally. It was a challenging moment reminiscent of the dark era of the military, and to our greatest delight, the Osun people rose in asserting their rights to vote and be voted for.


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