24th May 2011 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Parti Lepep is of the strong view that Opposition’s reaction to the election results is both immature and unacceptable, an indication that the Opposition is not the least interested to work towards the progress of this new Seychelles.
We reject any allegations of vote buying and breaking elections laws. If the Opposition had an objection to make, they could have done it on election day itself when SBC interviewed them. In fact records show that all the three candidates contesting the election said they were generally satisfied with the election process and even called on the electorate to respect the results. The Opposition’s reaction therefore came as a big surprise.
It is our view that the Opposition press conference was merely a red herring to divert attention from the Leader of the Opposition’s humiliating fifth consecutive defeat.
We also found certain remarks by the Leader of the Opposition to be insulting and unbecoming of his position. His statements that the Seychellois electorate would sell their votes and that the Commonwealth, Francophone and SADC observers were inefficient and were here on holidays are certainly derogatory, scandalous and uncalled for.
The opposition’s attack has insulted the integrity and credibility of our international partners.
It is regrettable that after 18 years of multi party democracy, the opposition has not matured and learnt to respect the fundamental values of our democracy. Such attitudes do not help our young democracy move forward.
The Seychellois people expect our politicians to conduct themselves in a manner that respect the fundamental values of our democracy and to show respect for the choice of the majority. The new Seychelles expects our politicians to live by what is right and what is good for our country and we call on the opposition to do exactly that.
We salute the Seychellois nation for its maturity during this weekend election and for its tenacity and maturity for conducting themselves properly and orderly during this important period in our history. This includes opposition supporters who respect the choice of the majority and are willing to work towards the development of our modern Seychelles.
President Michel has been elected on a clear and legitimate mandate and he will not be distracted by cheap political propaganda. Much has been done and much more needs to be done for the people of Seychelles. President Michel is after all the President for every Seychellois. ENDS
For further information please contact Ms Marie-Antoinette Rose, Maison du Peuple
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