The Labour Party’s candidate for governor, Mr. Olumide Akpata, has received sympathy from the Edo State Government on the removal of his campaign billboards.
This was said in a statement released on Friday in Benin by Mr. Chris Nehikhare, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation.
Nehikhare stated that the government forbade vandalism in any form and advised all concerned parties to handle such matters through the appropriate channels.
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“We acknowledge the concerns raised by Mr Olumide Akpata regarding the removal of his campaign billboards. The Edo State Government condemns any form of vandalism and urges all parties involved to address such issues through proper channels.
“While we understand Mr Akpata’s frustration, we encourage him to engage with the relevant agencies responsible for the management of signage, to settle any outstanding bills or disputes.
“Threats of violence or disobedience have no place in our democratic process, and all parties should conduct themselves with decorum and respect for the law. It is essential that we focus on constructive dialogue and peaceful engagement, rather than resorting to tactics that may incite division or unrest,” Nehikhare said.
He said that regardless of a person’s status or affiliation, the government was still dedicated to enforcing the law and would deal with any disruptive activity.
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The commissioner beseeched Akpata to put unity and stability first by resolving the internal issues within his party.
He exhorted everyone to work towards fostering an inclusive and tranquil voting process for the good of all citizens.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Akpata had earlier charged the Edo State Government with being in charge of the vandalised campaign billboards during a news conference.
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