Delta state Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has congratulated Governor Olusegun Mimiko on his re-election as Governor of Ondo State, saying democracy has taken roots in the country with the conduct of the election.
Governor Uduaghan who is also the Chairman of the Advisory Council of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) of which Mimiko is member, said his victory at the polls which was concluded at the weekend is another testimony that free and fair elections are possible in our democracy.
“While I congratulate my brother Governor on his victory at the polls, I urge him to take particular note of his endearment to the grassroots which gave him the support for his return. He should strive to continue to build on the path of development he started in his first term. I urge him to see the victory as further opportunity to serve the people of Ondo State,” Dr. Uduaghan said.
Governor Uduaghan also used the opportunity to thank President Goodluck Jonathan who lived up to his promise of providing a level playing field for all political contests and which was once again demonstrated during the Ondo governorship election.
He particularly appreciated the people of Ondo State for their conduct during and after the election which he described as “peaceful, devoid of violence.”
