The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Ademola says he benefitted from the Electoral Act (2022) signed by president Mohammadu Buhari.
The governor hailed Buhari for singing the law which he notes paved way for his victory as Governor as well as free and fair elections in his state.
Adeleke revealed this at a media chat today after a private meeting with President Buhari at the state house.
This is Adeleke’s first meeting with the President since he assumed office in November 2022.
Governor Adeleke was elected under the ticket of the main opposition, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He told state house correspondents that he was at the Villa to say hello.
While briefing journalists, he said, “Since my election, I felt like I should come and say hello to Mr President and thank him for signing that Electoral Act because I benefited from it.
“That paved way for free and fair elections and the international community is applauding Nigeria, that Nigeria is set for democracy.
“So that is why I’m here today; to see him, thank him and wish him well in his remaining time in office.”
Adeleke revealed that he would engage with the President’s Chief of Staff to design a proper framework for collaboration between the Osun State Government and the Federal Government.
“I will see the Chief of Staff for us to discuss the way forward for the Federal Government to assist Osun State,” he said.
It was reported that Buhari signed had into law the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2022 on February 25, 2022.
The President affirmed that the legislation contains salient provisions that could positively revolutionise elections in Nigeria through new technological innovations.
“These innovations would guarantee the constitutional rights of citizens to vote and to do so effectively.
“The Bill would also improve and engender clarity, effectiveness and transparency of the election process, as well as reduce to the barest minimum incidences of acrimony arising from dissatisfied candidates and political parties,” Buhari said.
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