Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu has said that Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the APC, is capable of tremendously improving Nigeria’s democracy, urging Nigerians to vote for him in next month’s presidential polls.
The governor said this in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, on Sunday.
“As the 2023 general elections approach, let us make a conscious effort to deepen our democratic gains by electing a competent candidate as the next president,” he said, “Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is capable of improving our democracy tremendously.”
Mr Akeredolu, who also doubles as Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum (SGF), has remained unwavering in his support for the former Lagos governor since he emerged as presidential contender.
Speaking further, Mr Akeredolu said Nigerians should consider the track records of the candidates participating in the 2023 race to form their support.
He again reiterated that religion should not determine who to vote in the election, saying that Nigerians are too sophisticated to be tricked by politicians who play religion as a brand of politics.
“Let’s promote capacity over religious affinity. We must not jettison track records and established reach over shallow hatred.
“We are too sophisticated to be pawns in the hands of tricky politicians who play religion as a brand of politics. We must be decisive without succumbing to the whims of speculations and rumours,” he added.
Mr Akeredolu asserted that the people needed to intensify prayers for a peaceful conduct of the nation’s general elections. The governor urged compatriots to rededicate themselves to the unity and progress of the nation.
“2023 is a very crucial year, especially in the life of our country. We must be deliberate in making the right choices. Our collective targets must showcase our respect for our diverse interests,” the governor said.