By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye
Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, today, voted at Okerenkoko Ward, Unit 17, for the Chairmanship and Councilorship candidates of his choice in the July 13, 2024 Local Government Council elections in the state.
The Speaker who was accredited for the civic exercise, alongside some of his aides and relatives who share same voting unit, casted his votes at exactly 11:20am.
The exercise was hitch free as electorates maintained decorum and were orderly while they waited for their turns to cast their votes.
It was gathered that officials of the Delta State Independent Electoral Commission, DSIEC, including the adhoc staff arrived the wards early, the development that exited the electorates for not having to wait so long to perform their franchise.
Security agencies were also involved and strategically positioned to ensure peace and order before, during and beyond the voting process.
Speaker, Rt Hon Emomotimi Guwor who was elated by the large turnout of voters in the ward, said nothing can be compared to democracy as it allows the electorates to pick their leaders.
Rt. Hon. Guwor commended the people for their commitment to the development and growth of democratic governance, assuring that by so doing they will continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy.
The Speaker, who represents Warri South West in the House, stated that from feelers across his constituency, the voting exercise were going on smoothly as at the time of the interview, even as he expressed confidence that the entire process will end in praise.
The Speaker, who represents Warri South West in the House, stated that from feelers across his constituency, the voting exercise were going on smoothly as at the time of the interview, even as he expressed confidence that the entire process will end in praise.Rt. Hon. Guwor appreciated DSIEC for its efforts to conduct free and fair elections in Delta State, stressing that it is expected that the best candidates would emerge victorious.
He said governance at the grassroots is key to delivering the MORE agenda of the State Government, emphasizing the need for strong synergy that would further promote peace and prosperity in the local government area.
The Speaker commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his leadership in the state and for ensuring that the local government councils election was conducted in accordance with the rules and procedures in the conduct of elections.
Guwor enjoined Deltans to remain peaceful and to help ensure a rancour free local government council elections in the state.