The National Coordinator of the Obidients Movement, Dr Yunusa Tanko has described the malpractices that characterized the just concluded Edo State Governorship election as deeply troubling.

Dr Tanko in a statement issued in Abuja stressed that the outcome of the election has revealed a disconcerting occurrence that did not not reflect the true wishes of the people.

Those with a conscience must stand firm against the individuals and agencies abusing their positions to weaken our democratic institutions. Edo State election is a clear signal that electoral reforms are urgently needed, and we must prioritize the protection of our democratic processes.

It is time to collectively push for a true independent electoral commission, transparent campaign financing, voter education and empowerment.

It is time to ensure that individuals and organizations are made to be strictly held accountable for electoral misconducts and Offences as a way of safeguarding our democracy.

As Obidients, we urge Nigerians irrespective of party affiliations to come together and defend our democracy from this type of brigandage for the future of our nation to ensure that power stays in the hands of the people, not in the grasp of a select few.