The Chairmanship and Councillorship election held across Kogi on Saturday witnessed a commendable display of civic responsibility and peaceful conduct in Mopamuro Local Government Area.
The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr Kingsley Fanwo, who voted at Unit 004, Takete Ide/Otafun Ward 07 in Mopamuro, commended the conduct of the poll while speaking to newsmen after casting his vote.
Fanwo described the process as free, fair and transparent, and lauded the people of the ward for their consistent enthusiasm in exercising their democratic rights.
He said their willingness to come out and vote demonstrated commitment to grassroots democracy and community development.
Also, the Councillorship candidate for Ward 07, Mrs Olukotun Eyiwumi, who cast her vote at the same unit, expressed appreciation to the people of the ward for their support and participation.
She acknowledged the leadership of Ward 07 and Mopamuro Local Government Area for their contributions towards ensuring a peaceful and orderly election.
Similarly, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairmanship candidate in Mopamuro, Mr Ademola Bello-Destiny, expressed gratitude to the people of the local government for their participation and peaceful disposition.
Bello commended residents for maintaining peace and order, stressing the importance of unity, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence in strengthening democratic governance at the grassroots.
The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Mopamuro, SP Sunday Charles, who oversaw security operations in the area, also praised residents for their exemplary conduct.
He said voters maintained a high level of decorum, adding that no incident of electoral thuggery was recorded in the local government during the exercise.
The commendations by political stakeholders and security personnel highlighted the importance of peaceful participation, responsible political engagement and cooperation among residents.
Stakeholders emphasised the need for peace, unity and respect for democratic principles as the electoral process progressed across the state. (NAN)
