TINUBU SAYS RESPECT FOR RULE OF LAW GUIDED HIS APPROVAL OF ELECTORAL ACT
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By: Fasasi Hammad
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stated that he had “no choice” but to sign the Electoral Act, noting that the bill was passed with overwhelming support by the National Assembly of Nigeria.
Tinubu explained that he opted to uphold the rule of law rather than risk plunging the country into political unrest.
He made the remarks on Wednesday while addressing leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) at the State House in Abuja, reflecting on the challenges of governance and the dynamics of politics in a democratic system.
Commenting on the Electoral Act, the president said he respected the decision of the National Assembly, which passed the legislation with significant backing.
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“I had no choice. I didn’t want to throw the country into turmoil or endless argument,” Tinubu said.
“There was an overwhelming majority in the National Assembly that passed the law. Had I had serious concerns or reservations, I would have raised them. But I chose to submit to the principles of the rule of law and democracy. I signed, and the rest is history.”
He emphasized that democracy requires compromise and collaboration among political actors, noting that political competition is often most satisfying when one emerges victorious.
“The game of politics is sweet only when you’re winning,” Tinubu remarked.
He further urged leaders and citizens to accommodate and support one another to strengthen democratic institutions.
“We must accommodate one another. We must help one another. We must strengthen the platform. But in democracy, yes, there must be peace, stability, and commitment to the rule of law,” he concluded.
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