Dr Goodluck Jonathan Pens Congratulatory Message To Governor Obaseki

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated Governor Godwin Obaseki on his reelection for second term to lead Edo state.

Governor Obaseki was announced the winner by INEC after a keenly contested election that saw him defeating his closest rival Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu of the All Progressive Congress.

The former President described the election as a consolidation of democracy.

He also urged Governor Obaseki to ensure the people receive the dividends of democracy in his new tenure.

Read the full letter below.

I congratulate His Excellency Godwin Obaseki on his re-election as Edo State Governor and the INEC Nigeria for overseeing a process that allowed the votes of the good people of Edo to count.

Democracy can only be consolidated to promote good governance in our nation and continent when our elections become credible, transparent and truly represent the wish of the voters.

Democracy is about the good of all the people and not for winners and losers.

As the election has been contested and won, I urge His excellency to rise above partisan politics and govern for the good of Edo people, irrespective of party leaning. This is the way to deepen our democracy and bring development to the people.
– GEJ