THE lawmaker representing Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon Bamidele Baderinwa on Sunday, appealed to Nigerians, especially the electorates, not to be discouraged with the last Saturday postponement of the general election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Baderinwa who made this appeal in Akure, Ondo state capital, while speaking on the postponement of the 2019 general elections, also charged the electorate to remain committed to the Nigeria Development project. The lawmaker noted that democracy has come to stay in Nigeria hence the need for every eligible voter to remain committed to discharging their civic responsibility during the election, expressing optimism that the electoral body would not take any action that would truncate the nation’s democracy. ALSO READ: INEC chairman admits commission contractor is APC senatorial candidateHe said: “I believe INEC decision will be in the best interest of all Nigerians because I know the body also believe in moving the Nation forward.”“Nigerians, particularly the electorate should not relent but remain steadfast at ensuring things are done right.”Baderinwa, however, called on INEC to ensure that already supplied electoral materials are kept in safe custody ahead of next Saturday, February 23rd and March 9th rescheduled dates for the elections. He also charged security agencies to discharge their duties in order to safeguard the integrity of the country.

Source: Nigerian Tribune February 17, 2019 16:07 UTC