I Didn’t Raise Questions Because There Were None – Tinubu On Signing Electoral Act

I Didn’t Raise Questions Because There Were None – Tinubu On Signing Electoral Act

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has explained his decision to sign the Electoral Act, citing the overwhelming support the bill received from members of the National Assembly. According to government sources, the president emphasized that his action was guided by a commitment to uphold the rule of law and prevent political tension in the country. Online News Platform

Speaking on Wednesday at the State House in Abuja during a meeting with leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and members of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, Tinubu highlighted the complexities of governance and the challenges inherent in democratic politics. He noted that the Electoral Act had passed with wide backing from lawmakers, making it difficult to reject without undermining democratic principles.

The president stated that the strong legislative support demonstrated the bill’s legitimacy and parliamentary approval. He clarified that he would have voiced objections had he harbored serious concerns about the law. However, choosing to respect the legislative process, Tinubu signed the bill in adherence to the principles of democracy and the rule of law.

He described the signing as a historic step in the country’s political journey, adding that refusing the bill could have triggered unnecessary disputes. “I had no choice. I didn’t want to throw the country into turmoil of argument. There was an overwhelming majority in the National Assembly that passed the law. If I had serious questions or reservations, I would have raised them. But I submitted myself to the principle of the rule of law and democracy. I signed, and the rest is history,” he said.