Commonwealth team lauds Nigerians for election success
Commonwealth observers, currently
monitoring the general elections in the country have attributed what
they dub “Nigeria’s credible elections and creditable elections” to the
resilience and doggedness of Nigerian citizens.
At a media briefing in Abuja, the Chair
of the Commonwealth Observer Group, former Botswana President Festus
Mogae said “We noted the deep-seated public frustration at the history
of deficient elections and the desire to make a new beginning. Across
the length and breadth of the country, the people of Nigeria
demonstrated exemplary dignity, responsibility and forbearance, waiting
the entire day peacefully and patiently under the hot sun, or in heavy
rain, to exercise their franchise.” They also commended the efforts of
security agents and the National Youth Service Corps Ad hoc staff saying
that their concerted efforts contributed to the success of the
elections.
“The April 2011 elections marked a
genuine celebration of democracy in Africa’s most populous country and a
key member of the Commonwealth” Mr Mogae said.
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