Two first-class traditional rulers in the Akoko area of Ondo have commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies for their conduct in the ongoing governorship election in the state.

The two kings also urged political parties and their supporters to see the election’s outcome as a will of God and accept the outcome when it is finally announced by the electoral body.

Speaking in his palace at Ikare, Oba Adeleke Adedoyin, Owa-Ale of Ikare-Akoko, said the people of Ondo, as peace lovers, must shun any form of violence that could arise from the poll.

According to him, the election has been peaceful, and people are casting their votes without issue.

“Election should not be a do-or-die affair. No matter what it is, just one person will be declared winner. I will advise the candidates and their supporters to accept the outcome of the election.

“There should not be any form of rancour and violence that will disturb the peace in the state because we are all one. And if for any reason, one party is not satisfied with the outcome of the poll, such a party should seek legal redress instead of causing problems,” he said.

Oba Issa Olanipekun IV, Saki of Arigidi-Akoko, in  Akoko North-West LGA, commended INEC officials and security agencies for a peaceful election in his domain and beyond.

He also called on political supporters not to allow politicians to use them for their selfish interests.

(NAN)