Babangida Aliyu Congratulates Fayose On Election Victory

The Niger state governor, Dr. Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu through a press statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Israel A. Ebije congratulated Ayodele Fayose of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) on his electoral victory over the incumbent, Kayode Fayemi of All Progressive Peoples Party (APC).

He said the victory was well deserved adding that the election was free and fair, mirroring the true desire of the people to welcome back PDP rule in Ekiti. He also added that the Ekiti example should serve as an agenda of what the opposition will face in the next general election.

The Niger state governor while urging contestants in the election to join hands and work with the newly elected governor, said the most important factor is to ensure that the interest of the state is paramount over individual ambition.

He also congratulated the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security operatives who he said worked assiduously in making the entire election a success. He urged them to continue in that direction as it will make election of in Nigeria a true reflection of the wish of the people.