Dunamis Archibong, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Political Affairs, reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful and credible election.
By Alicia Johnson
In preparation for the local government elections in Cross River State on November 2, the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) leadership has advised voters to refrain from participating in election rigging, political violence, and thuggery. They have stressed the importance of ensuring peaceful and fair elections.
The chairman of IPAC, Engr Effiom Edet appealed the launch of a sensitisation campaign aimed at discouraging electoral misconduct and promoting non-violence ahead of the local government elections.
Edet emphasized that no country can successfully elect the right leaders through violence and electoral malpractice. He reiterated that elections, particularly at the local government level, should not be treated as a “do-or-die” affair.
“Local government council elections, slated for November, must not be viewed as a matter of life and death,” he said. “We encourage all residents of the state to come out in large numbers and vote for candidates of their choice.”
Edet further explained that the sensitisation campaign was launched to reassure the electorate that they should not feel intimidated on election day but should confidently vote for candidates who will drive grassroots development.
Dunamis Archibong, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Political Affairs, reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful and credible election. He called on everyone to work together to make this a reality, stating that the sensitization efforts aim to inform people that the era of violence and thuggery is over. He also emphasized that the current trends align with the government’s People First Agenda.
Similarly, Enyam Joseph Kelvin, the Special Assistant to the Governor on Student Affairs, lent his voice to IPAC’s call for the student community to actively participate in the upcoming election, assuring them that their votes will be counted. He encouraged students to exercise their right to vote for candidates who they believe will deliver the benefits of governance to them and their community. He also dispelled the notion that elections are usually hijacked, assuring the public that the governor is committed to ensuring a free, fair, and credible electoral process.
The sensitisation rally which took off from Millennium Park (11/11 roundabout) and ran through Mary Slessor to Rabana saw participants with placards which read ‘Your Vote is Your Power’ ‘Ballot not Bullet’ Election no be War’ ‘Enough is Enough’ etc.
See pictures from the campaign below:
