British envoy visits APC chair, promises observation of Ekiti, Osun elections

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr. Richard Montgomery, has disclosed that the British Government will deploy observers to monitor the forthcoming governorship elections in both Ekiti and Osun states as part of efforts to ensure the credibility of the electoral process. He gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to the National Chairman of […]

The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr. Richard Montgomery, has disclosed that the British Government will deploy observers to monitor the forthcoming governorship elections in both Ekiti and Osun states as part of efforts to ensure the credibility of the electoral process.

He gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.

During the meeting, both leaders discussed Nigeria’s democratic journey, the importance of peaceful elections, and the strategic role the country plays within Africa and the global community.

Dr. Montgomery said, “We will send delegations to observe the elections because these will be the final off-season governorship elections before the general elections next year. We want to see peaceful, credible, and successful elections.”

He emphasized that the United Kingdom remains deeply respectful of Nigeria’s sovereignty while maintaining a keen interest in the country’s democratic and economic progress.

Welcoming the High Commissioner, Professor Yilwatda described Nigeria as a country whose stability is of immense significance not only to Africa but to the wider world.

“We welcome you to our party secretariat. Nigeria is strategic not just to Africa but to the entire world. The stability of Nigeria is important to both Africa and Europe. Any instability here will have far-reaching consequences across the continent. Therefore, we must all work together to support the stability and progress of our country,” he said.

In a statement signed by Abimbola Tooki, his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy, the APC National Chairman noted that Nigeria remains a critical pillar for economic growth, security, and democratic development across Africa, stressing that strong democratic institutions are essential for sustaining national development.

“We want our foreign partners to continue supporting democratic institutions in Nigeria. Many African countries draw strength from Nigeria’s leadership and stability, and we must continue to strengthen our democratic processes for the benefit of our people and the continent,” Yilwatda added.