Emmanuel Ikpeama
Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State witnessed a peaceful and orderly Chairmanship and Councillorship elections on Saturday, as residents turned out to exercise their civic responsibility.
The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi Fanwo, voted at Unit 004, Takete Ide/Otafun, Ward 07, Mopamuro. 
Speaking after casting his vote, Fanwo described the process as free, fair and transparent, and commended the electorate for their impressive turnout and commitment to grassroots democracy.
He applauded the people of Ward 07 for consistently showing enthusiasm in participating in the democratic process and contributing to community development.
Also, the APC Councillorship candidate for Ward 07, Hon. Olukotun Covenant Eyiwumi, after casting her vote, expressed deep appreciation to the people of the ward for their support and peaceful conduct. She thanked the ward and local government leadership for ensuring a hitch-free exercise.
Similarly, the APC Chairmanship candidate for Mopamuro LGA, Hon. Ademola Bello Destiny, thanked the people of Mopamuro for maintaining peace and order throughout the election.
Bello said the peaceful disposition of residents underscored the importance of unity and mutual respect in deepening democracy at the grassroots.
Corroborating, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Mopamuro, SP Charles, commended the residents for their exemplary behaviour, noting that no incident of thuggery or electoral violence was recorded in the local government during the polls.
According to stakeholders, the peaceful atmosphere that prevailed in Mopamuro reflects collective responsibility and the determination of citizens to protect the integrity of the ballot and exercise their constitutional rights without intimidation.
They urged residents across Kogi State to continue to uphold peace, unity and respect for democratic principles as the local government election process progresses.
