The Chairman, Inter Party Advisory Council, IPAC, Alhaji Yusuf Mamman Dantelle said for a country to remain peaceful, United and indivisible, the conduct of free , fair and credible elections is not negotiable.
Dantelle observed this on Tuesday during his opening address in Lagos at a 3 day workshop with technical working groups (TWGs) for political parties organised by the Kukah Centre, European Union Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN.) held at BON Hotel , Ikeja.
While commending the Kukah Centre, European Union and the concept of sustaining Nigeria’s democracy, Africa and across the globe , he reiterated the need to toe the same line as a sacrifice for good governance.
He stated the commitment of deepening democratic governance from the convergence of almost all the political parties for the program.
The unique opportunity offered by the three day session , according to Dantelle, will pave way for engagement in meaningful discussions, share expertise, foster partnerships that is capable of propelling our democratic institutions forward.
While describing democracy as the bane of all round development, he restated the determination of IPAC to continue to fan the embers of visionary leadership, importance of electoral accountability and inclusivity.
He said the only feedback for the selfless services been engaged by Kukah Centre and the European Union is to ensure we work towards a stronger , more resilient democracy that will serve the interest of all Nigerians. Dantelle stated.
GOODWILL MESSAGE DELIVERED BY YUSUF M. DANTALLE, NATIONAL CHAIRMAN OF THE INTER-PARTY ADVISORY COUNCIL (IPAC) ON THE OCCASION OF THE POLITICAL PARTY DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP WITH TECHNICAL WORKING GROUPS ORGANIZED BY THE KUKAH CENTRE AT THE BON HOTEL, LAGOS ON TUESDAY, 5TH NOVEMBER 2024.
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“I am honored to welcome you to this crucial Political Party Development Workshop, organized by the Kukah Centre and supported by the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU-SDGN). This gathering of Technical Working Groups from almost all political parties and other stakeholders is a testament to our shared commitment to deepening democracy in Nigeria.”
“This workshop offers a unique opportunity for us to engage in meaningful discussions, share expertise, and foster partnerships that will propel our democratic institutions forward. I urge you all to participate actively, share your insights, and learn from one another.”
“At IPAC, we remain dedicated to promoting free, fair, credible, and inclusive elections. We believe in the power of visionary leadership and the importance of electoral accountability and inclusivity.”
“Conclusively, let me appreciate the Kukah Centre and the European Union for this laudable initiative while urging us as critical stakeholders to continue to work towards a stronger, more resilient democracy that serves the interests of all Nigerians.”
Thank you.
Yusuf M. Dantalle
National Chairman