In a statement, EDM convener Omoregbe Osayiuwa said the people of Edo state were determined to protect their democratic rights and would resist any attempt to manipulate the election.
The EDM also cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and security agencies to remain impartial and resist political pressure.
Osayiuwa emphasised that Edo state was not susceptible to political manipulation due to its high level of political awareness.
The EDM’s warning comes as the state prepares for the governorship election. The movement emphasised the importance of a free, fair, and credible electoral process.
Meanwhile, the poll released by the Africa Polling Institute (API) shows Dr Asue Ighodalo, the candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the forthcoming Edo guber, is leading.
The poll, conducted between August 12th and 16th, 2024, offers a snapshot of voter intentions, with Ighodalo pulling ahead of his rivals.
The API report suggests that the election could ultimately become a two-horse race between the PDP and APC, depending on which candidate can sway the undecided 28% of voters.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
