U.S. based institutes, National Democratic Institute and International Republican Institute, urge political parties and candidates to accept the outcome of the general elections in good faith. NigeriaDecides2019 TGNElectionWatch Nigeria INEC
Derek Mitchell Catholic bishops seek peace envoy canvass respect for accord United States -based institutes, National Democratic Institute and International Republican Institute yesterday urged parties and candidates to accept outcome of the general elections in good faith. Presidents of the NDI and IRI, Derek Mitchell and Daniel Twining in a joint press conference in Abuja said political parties and candidates should consider the Abuja peace accord by respecting the wish of the electorate.
They commended security agencies for displaying professionalism in the discharge of their duties during the election, adding that electoral offenses must be investigated and sanctioned appropriately. However, the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has urged political actors and Nigerians to accept the outcome of the polls and remain peaceful before, during and after the declaration of results.
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