YPP condemns vote-buying during Anambra governorship election

The Young Progressives Party has commended its candidate for the Anambra governorship election, Paul Chukwuma, for displaying courage and steadfastness in spite of alleged political intimidation and vote-buying during the election on Saturday.
The party’s spokesman, Egbeola Martins, in a statement issued on Monday, commended the governorship candidate’s unwavering belief in democracy, ‘amid widespread impunity’.
YPP noted that Mr Chukwuma had shown that vision and conviction remained stronger than oppression.
“He stood firm, defied odds and inspired renewed faith in politics of integrity,” said the statement.
It, however, said that YPP remained one of the leading political parties in Anambra and Nigeria in general, and that they were immensely proud of Mr Chukwuma.
“We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the good people of Anambra state who came out in their thousands to vote for our great party, an effort that saw us finish in third place, as announced by INEC.
“This represents a monumental improvement from our last governorship outing, yet remains unacceptable given the shameful circumstancesthat characterised the election,” YPP said.
YPP commended Anambra voters for their support, urging party members to remain peaceful and resolute.
According to the statement, the party will explore all lawful and democratic options available, reaffirming YPP’s commitment to the struggle for a better Anambra and Nigeria.
It expressed the optimism that justice, truth, and democratic ideals would eventually prevail.
(NAN)
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