A prominent figure within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a contender for the Benue South senatorial position, David Olofu, has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to uphold its neutrality and guarantee equitable conditions for every political party as the country approaches the 2023 general elections.
Olofu delivered this message shortly after acquiring his nomination papers on Thursday to vie for the Benue South senatorial seat under the ADC banner.
He emphasized that opposition groups should enjoy unrestricted operation across the nation, consistent with the constitutional guarantee of freedom of association.
“INEC needs to stay impartial. INEC should give opposition parties room to function,” he stated.
“A one-party system is not something we support. The constitution clearly protects freedom of association.
“We have decided to align with the ADC, and we deserve the right to function without hindrance in this country.”
The senatorial aspirant voiced strong confidence about his prospects in the upcoming 2023 polls, pointing out that his camp was the earliest to secure the nomination form for the contest.
“By God’s grace, on May 7, 2026, we obtained the form to run for the Benue South Senatorial District election.
“In reality, we are the first to get the form, and I promise our constituents that by 2023, we will also be the first announced as winners,” he declared.
Outlining his vision for the district, Olofu pledged to focus on inclusive governance and representation that serves the people’s interests if elected.
He detailed plans to create the “Benue South People’s Assembly” and the “Benue South People’s Council,” enabling residents to directly influence policy formulation and legislative agendas.
He asserted that representation must always mirror the desires and ambitions of the populace.
Regarding insecurity, the ADC candidate advocated for bolstering existing security structures alongside setting up a robust command and control center within the senatorial zone.
He highlighted that effectively addressing insecurity demands collaborative efforts from communities, local authorities, security agencies, and citizens through prompt intelligence sharing.
Olofu further underscored the necessity of leveraging technology to tackle security challenges, noting that contemporary security threats call for contemporary approaches.
“We need to adopt technology to combat insecurity,” he added.