Ondo Governorship Election: Politician in trouble? Defence Chief, General Musa Asks Security Agencies To do this
Ahead of the forthcoming Ondo gubernatorial election slated for Saturday, Musa paid a courtesy visit on the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Thursday.
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Christopher Musa, has directed security agencies to support the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in fishing out the “cash-for-vote” agents in the Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo State.
Ahead of the forthcoming Ondo gubernatorial election slated for Saturday, Musa paid a courtesy visit on the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Thursday.
A release said the visit was part of the CDS’ operational visit to assess the readiness of troops and other security agencies that would support the conduct of the governatorial elections in the state on saturday.
“Speaking at the Ondo State Government House, the CDS said the aim of his visit was to reassure the Governor of the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s readiness and commitment to ensuring smooth conduct of Saturday’s election and to address troops on their responsibilities regarding the elections.
“Meanwhile, the CDS while addressing the Commanders on ground, applauded their efforts so far in keeping peace in Ondo State and encouraged them to do more.
“He noted that INEC is the lead agency in the election, and as such, every other agency will be performing a supportive role. He further stressed the need for troops to be ready to to carry out their assigned tasks,” the release said.
The CDS further said that “election should not be a war. We must be fair to all. Nobody should be partial. We must work together, respect citizens no matter how triggered, exercise restrain, and be firm.”
Speaking on the issue of ‘Cash for Vote”, the CDS directed all security agencies to support to the EFCC. “Once we see such, we should report to the relevant agency”.
