The ex- Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sarafa Tunji Ishola has said that top spenders in politics always lose at any election.
He added that money does not determine one’s victory at any election.
Ishola disclosed this when he received Outstanding Nigerian Diplomat award by the Freelancer and Independent Broadcasters Association of Nigeria (Ogun State chapter) during the World Radio Day celebration in Abeokuta.
The former Nigerian High Commissioner submitted that highest spenders consistently lose elections in the state.
Ishola emphasized Ogun State’s political consciousness and enlightenment, dismissing worries about monetary influences in elections.
He urged other states to emulate Ogun in fostering a politically aware populace.
Ishola stressed the need for harmony in leadership transitions, saying that it is a joint responsibility between leaders and the people in bringing about unity in the State.
He urged everyone to be advocates of peace, emphasizing that eight years is insufficient for comprehensive community or state development.
Regarding the significance of radio, he highlighted its accessibility, especially in rural areas, underscoring its influence as a powerful medium for disseminating messages across Nigeria.
