Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the United Nations’ Secretary-General on the certification process in Côte d’Ivoire
NEW YORK, September 24, 2010/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the United Nations’ Secretary-General.
The Secretary-General notes the certification by his Special Representative in Côte d’Ivoire of the final voters list established by the Independent Electoral Commission. He congratulates the Ivorian political leaders and the Facilitator on this important achievement.
The Secretary-General calls on all Ivorian political actors to build on this consensus in order to maintain a peaceful environment before, during and after the elections, with a view to bringing a peaceful and expeditious conclusion to this process.
He commends the Ivorian people for their patience and hopes this crucial step forward will lead to the holding of open, free, fair and transparent presidential and parliamentary elections. He reiterates the United Nations willingness to assist in accordance with its mandate and resources.
SOURCE
United Nations – Office of the Spokesperson of the Secretary-General
