The Director General of the African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council Senator Austin Akobundu has thanked ADC supporters and other Nigerians who came out in large numbers to receive the party presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and his running mate Rotimi Amaechi in Sokoto and Kebbi states.
In a statement issued on Sunday Akobundu said the size of the welcome showed strong excitement for the ADC campaign and the clear wish of the people to have a real say in the future of the country. He thanked everyone who turned out stood with the candidates and helped make the events a clear display of popular backing.
Akobundu challenged the Federal Government and the APC led administration to show real confidence by allowing a free and fair election. He said the use of court processes to try to stop the ADC only raises questions about whether they are ready to face the people in an open contest.
He stated that if the government and the APC believe they can win they should allow Nigerians to choose freely without any intimidation obstruction or interference. He added that no one should try to close the political space or use court actions to remove the party from the race.
He said Nigerians must be free to hear different ideas attend political events and pick their leaders without fear or blockage. The ballot must stay the true choice of the people and every party must be free to campaign.
Akobundu called on ADC supporters to stay calm and firm. He urged them to keep campaigning in a peaceful way with full confidence that the will of the people will win in the end.
He said the ADC will keep talking to Nigerians in every part of the country about cheaper living costs more chances for people and a fresh start for the nation. He expressed thanks again to all who welcomed the candidates in Sokoto and Kebbi and said the campaign looks forward to meeting more Nigerians as it continues.
