The peaceful transition according to the party is a testimony that democracy has taken firm roots not only in Liberia but also on the African continent. He said that Nigeria must continue to show direction by ensuring the consolidation of democratic practices and culture both at home and in other countries in the sub-region. The PDP urged the Chairman of the Independent NationalElectoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu to ensure credible elections in 2019, by insulating the commission from external interference. Ologbondiyan also urged the commission to ensure that it “weeds out allcompromised officials’’, who could be used by undemocratic forces to try to subvert the will of the people. “Finally, we urge Nigerians to join in strengthening our democratic practice through active participation in political education and mobilisation to ensure an enduring electoral process’’.

Source: GNN Liberia December 31, 2017 16:27 UTC