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2023 Election

2023 Election: 80-Year-Old Walks 2km to Vote for Candidate of Choice

An octogenarian voter in the Giri area of Gwagwalada Area Council, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has demonstrated his unwavering c...

Chima Joseph Ugo
Chima Joseph Ugo - Editor-in-chief February 25, 2023
Updated March 10, 2023 at 2:43 PM
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2023 Election: 80-Year-Old Walks 2km to Vote for Candidate of Choice
An octogenarian voter in the Giri area of Gwagwalada Area Council, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has demonstrated his unwavering commitment to democratic participation by trekking about two kilometres from his home in Anagada to his polling unit. The voter, who preferred to be identified simply as Chief Agasha, spoke to Prime 9ja Online at the Gwarko Ward in Giri and emphasized that, despite some politicians neglecting their constituents after elections, he would continue to exercise his right to vote.

Chief Agasha, who is over 80 years old, expressed his satisfaction with the credibility and peacefulness of the electoral process and stated that he had voted for the candidate of his choice. He acknowledged that some politicians tend to forget their promises to voters once they assume office, but he remained steadfast in his conviction that the power to elect leaders was an essential responsibility of citizens.

"I came from Sabon Anagada, which is about two kilometres from here," Chief Agasha said. "I am over eighty years old now, from what I have witnessed so far, I love what I am seeing, it is a good process so far. We suffered for the candidates and at times when they get into office they forget us, but we will still vote for the person that we want."

Despite his age, Chief Agasha's determination to vote and ensure that his voice was heard in the selection of leaders was undiminished. He stressed the importance of peaceful elections and expressed his appreciation for the peaceful atmosphere at the polling unit. "We are here to select our leader. As you can see there is no problem anywhere and everything is peaceful," he said.

Chief Agasha's commitment to the democratic process serves as a reminder that every citizen has a role to play in shaping the future of their community and nation. His determination to vote despite the challenges of age and distance is a testament to the enduring value of democracy and the power of citizens to effect change through their participation in the electoral process.

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