EU election observer group appeals to Nigerians

EU election observer group appeals to Nigerians

The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM)  has appeal to Nigerian politicians to adhere to the code of conduct guiding the April general elections.

The Chief Observer, Alojz Peterle, said in Lagos that if politicians respect the rule of the game, Nigeria would have a free and fair election.

He stated this against the backdrop of the enthusiasm amongst the Nigerian voters to participate in the elections in a generally peaceful environment”,

Voters’ commitment

Peterle noted the commitment of voters, at many polling units but said that the mission observed the logistical deficiencies in a number of States regarding the delivery of sensitive election material, including ballots and result form.
  
The EU EOM also noted the decision by INEC to postpone the elections, saying that the group understands the development as an expression to sustain the commitment to conduct credible elections, in particular by providing all technical conditions.

Peterle therefore encouraged the voters, the electoral administration, candidates, and other stakeholders to maintain confidence and determination towards a peaceful and credible conduct of election throughout the entire process.

PR/Qasim