- Abba Yusuf applauds peaceful conduct of Kano by-elections
- INEC and security agencies praised for professionalism
- Polls held in Kano Municipal and Ungogo constituencies
- Governor hails voters’ discipline and political maturity
Abba Yusuf, the Governor of Kano State, has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)and security agencies for the peaceful and orderly conduct of the recent by-elections held across the state.
The governor’s commendation was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
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The by-elections were conducted in the Kano Municipal and Ungogo State Assembly constituencies to fill vacant seats in the Kano State House of Assembly.
Governor Yusuf described the exercise as a major milestone in Kano’s democratic journey, noting that the calm and peaceful atmosphere across polling units reflected the growing political awareness and maturity of the electorate.
“The calm atmosphere witnessed during the by-election clearly demonstrates the growing political maturity of our people and the effectiveness of the security arrangements put in place,” the governor said.
He specifically praised residents of Kano Municipal and Ungogo for their cooperation and orderly conduct throughout the electoral process.
“I appreciate the people of Kano Municipal and Ungogo for their discipline, cooperation, and commitment to peaceful participation in the electoral process,” Yusuf added.
The governor also commended political parties and other stakeholders for adhering to electoral guidelines. He singled out members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for what he described as their responsible conduct during the by-elections.
