PDP rejects Kano Assembly by-election

The Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano, Yusuf Ado Kibiya, has called for the cancellation of the by-election held in the Bagwai/Shanono House of Assembly.

He stated that the election was marked by violence, vote-buying, and actions that undermine the democratic process.

In his remarks following the poll conducted on Saturday in Kano, Kibiya expressed his concerns while addressing the press, saying, “We, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kano State, express deep concern over prevailing conduct surrounding the recent bye-election for the Shanono/Bagwai State Assembly Seat.”

“We are alarmed by reports of intimidation, thuggery, and other actions that undermine the democratic process. The use of violence or the threat of violence to influence voters, candidates, or the outcome of the election is unacceptable and must be condemned in the strongest possible terms,” he said

“The use of violence or the threat of violence to influence voters, candidates, or the outcome of the election is unacceptable and must be condemned in the strongest possible terms. Such conduct not only endangers lives but destroys public trust in our democratic institutions.”

He stated, “We reject the behaviour observed from some quarters. Which we believe is aimed at bending the electoral process to the advantage of particular interests.”

“Let it be known: a free and fair by-election is the foundation of representative democracy. We urge all authorities to act decisively to safeguard that principle and to ensure the will of the people is reflected, without fear or favour.

He therefore emphasised that “The Kano State Government and national leaders to refrain from inflammatory statements and actions that escalate tensions and to demonstrate commitment to a transparent, credible and peaceful electoral process.”

While he called on “The authorities to promptly investigate any reported violation of electoral laws and sanction offenders in accordance with the law, to deter future misconduct.”

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