President Goodluck Jonathan
last night thanked Nigerians for their participation in the democratic process.
In a concession statement, he
said:
“Fellow Nigerians, I thank you
all for turning out en-masse for the March 28 General Elections.
”I promised the country
free and fair elections. I have kept my word. I have also expanded the space
for Nigerians to participate in the democratic process. That is one legacy I
will like to see endure.
”Although some people
have expressed mixed feelings about the results announced by the Independent
National Electoral Commission (INEC), I urge those who may feel aggrieved to
follow due process based on our constitution and our electoral laws, in seeking
redress.
”As I have always
affirmed, nobody’s ambition is worth the blood of any Nigerian. The unity,
stability and progress of our dear country is more important than anything
else.
”I congratulate all
Nigerians for successfully going through the process of the March
28th General Elections with the commendable enthusiasm and commitment that
was demonstrated nationwide.
”I also commend the
Security Services for their role in ensuring that the elections were mostly
peaceful and violence-free.
”To my colleagues in the
PDP, I thank you for your support. Today, the PDP should be celebrating
rather than mourning. We have established a legacy of democratic freedom,
transparency, economic growth and free and fair elections.
”For the past 16 years, we
have steered the country away from ethnic and regional politics. We created a
Pan-Nigerian political party and brought home to our people the realities of
economic development and social transformation.
”Through patriotism and
diligence, we have built the biggest and most patriotic party in Nigerian
history. We must stand together as a party and look to the future with renewed
optimism.
”I thank all Nigerians
once again for the great opportunity I was given to lead this country and
assure you that I will continue to do my best at the helm of national affairs
until the end of my tenure.
”I have conveyed my
personal best wishes to General Muhammadu Buhari.
”May God Almighty
continue to bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
”I thank you all.”
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