TheCitizen - It's all about you
  • Home
  • Headlines
  • Latest News
  • Governance
  • Business
  • Financial Crimes
  • Opinion
  • Editorials
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Headlines
  • Latest News
  • Governance
  • Business
  • Financial Crimes
  • Opinion
  • Editorials
No Result
View All Result
TheCitizen - It's all about you
No Result
View All Result

Former Pres. Jonathan commends South Africa for peaceful elections

The Editor by The Editor
May 11 2019
in Latest News
A A
0
Jonathan leads mission to monitor South African elections
22
SHARES
734
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Former president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, who led the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa (EISA) observer mission to South African elections, has described the country’s national and provincial elections as peaceful and commended South Africans for their commitment to democracy.

The former President made this known while releasing EISA’s interim statement during a media briefing at the national election results operation centre in Pretoria.

He said that the elections were conducted within a strong legal and institutional framework that guaranteed democratic elections, stressing thatit was made possible because South Africans and the political parties had confidence in both the electoral management body and the police.

He said: “Elections are only credible when the voters and political parties have confidence in the electoral management bodies conducting the elections and the police. This has been the case in South Africa.”

He noted further that the “key players in the process conducted themselves in accordance with stipulated laws and guidelines. South Africa, through these elections, met its obligations to democratic elections, set out in the different international instruments to which it is party.”

The mission however noted the recent allegations of electoral fraud by some political parties.

“The EISA EOM has not observed an unusual increase in voter turnout in comparison to previous elections. Such an increase would have been expected in the case of widespread multiple voting.”

Jonathan said the institute called on aggrieved parties to “freely express their dissatisfaction” within the confines of the law, and made a call to citizens to maintain their trust in the judiciary. 

“The EISA EOM wishes to further encourage political leaders to be measured and well informed in their pronouncements, to avoid misleading or inciting the public. Political parties should also work with the [Electoral Commission of South Africa – IEC] to determine the extent of the alleged multiple voting and its overall impact on the process,” he said.

“The EISA EOM commends South Africa for its continued commitment to democracy and the conduct of a peaceful electoral process.”

Share9Tweet6
Previous Post

How Sanusi, others abandoned me in difficult times – Cecilia Ibru

Next Post

L-R: Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof. Joseph Ahaneku; former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Amb. Baba Gana Kingibe; the University Chancellor, His Majesty, Dr. Jacob Gyang Buba and Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, during Kingibe’s conferment with the degree of Doctor of Politics and Strategy, Honoris Causa, by the institution at its 13th Convocation Ceremony, in Awka, yesterday.

Related Posts

BREAKING: Trump declares Nigeria ‘country of particular concern’ over ‘Christian genocide’
Headlines

BREAKING: Trump declares Nigeria ‘country of particular concern’ over ‘Christian genocide’

October 31 2025
IMF denies role in Nigeria’s fuel subsidy removal
Business

Petrol soars above N1,000/ltr as Tinubu okays 15% import tariff

October 31 2025
U.S defends Soyinka’s visa revocation
Latest News

U.S defends Soyinka’s visa revocation

October 31 2025
Police invite Imo hotel owner over organ harvesting allegations
Latest News

Police invite Imo hotel owner over organ harvesting allegations

October 31 2025
Timipre Sylva denies involvement in alleged coup plot
Headlines

Timipre Sylva denies involvement in alleged coup plot

October 29 2025
Tinubu reverses Maryam Sanda’s pardon, convict to spend six years in jail
Headlines

Tinubu reverses Maryam Sanda’s pardon, convict to spend six years in jail

October 29 2025
Next Post
L-R: Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof. Joseph Ahaneku; former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Amb. Baba Gana Kingibe; the University Chancellor, His Majesty, Dr. Jacob Gyang Buba and Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, during Kingibe’s conferment with the degree of Doctor of Politics and Strategy, Honoris Causa, by the institution at its 13th Convocation Ceremony, in Awka, yesterday.

L-R: Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Prof. Joseph Ahaneku; former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Amb. Baba Gana Kingibe; the University Chancellor, His Majesty, Dr. Jacob Gyang Buba and Enugu State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, during Kingibe's conferment with the degree of Doctor of Politics and Strategy, Honoris Causa, by the institution at its 13th Convocation Ceremony, in Awka, yesterday.

L-R: Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Prof. Idowu Olayinka; Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi; President, Society for Peace Studies and Practice, Dr Nathaniel Danjubo; and Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Adigun Agbaje, during a lecture delivered by the governor on ‘Peace and security architecture for sustainable development in Oyo State,’ and his investiture as Fellow of SPSP, at the University of Ibadan, Ibadan… on Thursday. Photo: Governor’s Office.

L-R: Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Prof. Idowu Olayinka; Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi; President, Society for Peace Studies and Practice, Dr Nathaniel Danjubo; and Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Adigun Agbaje, during a lecture delivered by the governor on 'Peace and security architecture for sustainable development in Oyo State,' and his investiture as Fellow of SPSP, at the University of Ibadan, Ibadan... on Thursday. Photo: Governor's Office.

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

FROM THE GRASSROOTS

Oil production: Kogi State demands 13% derivation fund

Kogi fixes October 17, 2026 for LG poll

by The Editor
October 23 2025
0

...

ALGON orders Edo council officials to wear Tinubu’s signature caps

ALGON orders Edo council officials to wear Tinubu’s signature caps

by The Editor
October 18 2025
0

...

Olubadan unveils legal committee to tackle land grabbing

Olubadan unveils legal committee to tackle land grabbing

by The Editor
October 15 2025
0

...

Birnin Gwari needs urgent federal intervention – Emir tells Tinubu

Birnin Gwari needs urgent federal intervention – Emir tells Tinubu

by The Editor
October 13 2025
0

...

APPOINTMENTS

INEC Chairman appoints ex-PUNCH editor, Oketola, as Chief Press Secretary

INEC Chairman appoints ex-PUNCH editor, Oketola, as Chief Press Secretary

by The Editor
October 27 2025
0

...

Katsina governor reshuffles state cabinet

Katsina governor reshuffles state cabinet

by The Editor
October 25 2025
0

...

Tinubu seeks Omidiran, 28 others’ confirmation as FCC members

Tinubu seeks Omidiran, 28 others’ confirmation as FCC members

by The Editor
October 15 2025
0

...

Okpebholo swears in 19 commissioners, warns against corruption

Okpebholo swears in 19 commissioners, warns against corruption

by The Editor
October 15 2025
0

...

ODDITIES

Kano Court orders Hisbah to marry off TikTokers over ‘indecent’ videos

Kano Court orders Hisbah to marry off TikTokers over ‘indecent’ videos

by The Editor
October 20 2025
0

Teenager plucks sister’s eyes for ritual in Bauchi

Teenager plucks sister’s eyes for ritual in Bauchi

by The Editor
October 20 2025
0

Lagos to probe school over alleged sodomy

Father impregnates 15-year-old daughter in Ondo

by The Editor
October 17 2025
0

GLOBAL NEWS

Trump stirs global tensions with surprise nuclear test order

Trump stirs global tensions with surprise nuclear test order

by The Editor
October 30 2025
0

...

Putin defies Trump with second nuclear weapons test

Putin defies Trump with second nuclear weapons test

by The Editor
October 29 2025
0

...

1.5 million Nigerians in Italy need passports – Diaspora organisation

170 foreigners seek Nigerian citizenship as FG tightens screening

by The Editor
October 29 2025
0

...

Biden warns of dark days for U.S

Biden warns of dark days for U.S

by The Editor
October 27 2025
0

...

Alassane Ouattara wins fourth term as Ivory Coast president

Alassane Ouattara wins fourth term as Ivory Coast president

by The Editor
October 27 2025
0

...

State of the States

Lagos govt clears shanties, reclaims Costain Bus Stop

Lagos govt clears shanties, reclaims Costain Bus Stop

by The Editor
October 31 2025
0

...

Niger governor donates N1m each to families of tanker explosion victims

Niger governor donates N1m each to families of tanker explosion victims

by The Editor
October 24 2025
0

...

Oyo denies introduction of entertainment tax on social events

Oyo denies introduction of entertainment tax on social events

by The Editor
October 23 2025
0

...

Okpebholo swears in 19 commissioners, warns against corruption

Okpebholo slams Obaseki’s refusal to swear in Edo judges

by The Editor
October 23 2025
0

...

Plugin Install : Widget Tab Post needs JNews - View Counter to be installed
  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
NIPR institutes Annual PRICE Awards, fixes 7th December for ceremony

NIPR institutes Annual PRICE Awards, fixes 7th December for ceremony

October 31 2025
Lagos govt clears shanties, reclaims Costain Bus Stop

Lagos govt clears shanties, reclaims Costain Bus Stop

October 31 2025
Munich’s Allianz Arena to host 2028 Champions League final

Munich’s Allianz Arena to host 2028 Champions League final

October 31 2025
UBA unveils upgraded PoS terminal, app

UBA reports N2.47tr gross earnings in nine months

October 31 2025

EDITORIAL REVIEW

Service Chiefs: Let the changes count – Punch

Service Chiefs: Let the changes count – Punch

by The Editor
October 27 2025
0

Trivialising the prerogative of mercy – Punch

Trivialising the prerogative of mercy – Punch

by The Editor
October 24 2025
0

Beyond words: Nigeria needs a new plan against terror – Guardian

Beyond words: Nigeria needs a new plan against terror – Guardian

by The Editor
October 23 2025
0

Kwara govt plans mass burial for unclaimed corpses

Curbing the expansion of terrorism into Kwara – Punch

by The Editor
October 23 2025
0

Invest in vocational, technical education – Punch

Invest in vocational, technical education – Punch

by The Editor
October 20 2025
0

Opinion

Dear Senator Tinubu, Buhari has thrashed us all!

If a coup happens in Nigeria, who will fight for democracy?

by The Editor
October 23 2025
0

...

Tinubu finds his own demons

Next time, Umahi should go to NTA

by The Editor
October 16 2025
0

...

Objections over presidential pardon for grave offenders

Objections over presidential pardon for grave offenders

by The Editor
October 13 2025
0

...

1975 public service purge: What have we learnt?

1975 public service purge: What have we learnt?

by The Editor
September 30 2025
0

...

Plugin Install : Popular Post Widget need JNews - View Counter to be installed
  • Home
  • Headlines
  • Latest News
  • Governance
  • Business
  • Financial Crimes
  • Opinion
  • Editorials

© 2024 TheCitizen Ng. All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Headlines
  • Latest News
  • Governance
  • Business
  • Financial Crimes
  • Opinion
  • Editorials

© 2024 TheCitizen Ng. All Rights Reserved.