The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Yobe State chapter, has accepted the outcome of the just-concluded local government elections in the state, describing the polls as free, fair, credible, and successful.
In his acceptance speech at the NUJ Secretariat, Damaturu, IPAC Chairman Comrade Umar Adamu Jajere said the peaceful conduct of the election marked a pivotal moment in the political history of the state.
"On behalf of the entire leadership and membership of IPAC, comprising all registered political parties in Yobe State, I proudly declare our acceptance of the outcome.
"We say unequivocally that the elections were free, fair, credible and very successful,"said Mr Jajere.
He commended the Executive Chairman of the Yobe State Independent Electoral Commission (YOSIEC), Dr. Ibrahim Mohammad Yabani, and his team for what he described as meticulous planning, transparency in the distribution of materials, prompt accreditation, and seamless transmission of results.
"This outcome is a testament to the fact that our democracy is maturing. The fact that multiple parties secured councillorship seats shows that the electorate are discerning and that no single party has a monopoly over the hearts and minds of our people," he said.
Jajere also applauded political parties for their maturity during campaigns, and commended security agencies, particularly the Police, DSS, NSCDC, Nigerian Army, and others, for their professionalism and neutrality that gave voters confidence.
He expressed appreciation to Governor Mai Mala Buni for providing logistics, security, and moral support to YOSIEC and for allowing the will of the people to prevail.
"This is the hallmark of a true democrat. You resisted the temptation to interfere and allowed the will of the people to prevail," he said.
Jajere urged winners from the APC, APP, and ADP to be magnanimous in victory and to see their mandate as a sacred trust to serve at the grassroots, while encouraging those who lost to remain resilient.
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