Speaking in an interview after the election results were announced, Mr Michel said he is very satisfied with the result which shows the people of Seychelles have appreciated the work he has done in the last five years.

“It gives me confidence to continue with the work to transform the country.”

He said he is happy the electorate have accepted his message and his vision to work together to build a new Seychelles.

In return for the confidence the public have  given him he gave the guarantee that he will continue – as his priority – to work hard while staying in touch with the people “because for me what is important for a politician is to work for his people and country”.

Mr Michel said though the other contestants were not present when the results were announced it would have been preferable and the people would have appreciated if they were there to also commend their supporters.
 
He said in such a contest some win and others lose and it is the people who decide.
Speaking earlier, Mr Michel said:

“Every moment in history leaves a mark, a precious moment, a unique moment, but there is a moment that marks us the most; when the voice of the people and the will of our Creator decides the future and the path of our country… in a few hours when the first rays of sunshine strike on the earth, they will shine on a New Seychelles.

“A New Seychelles which will let us write another chapter in our history, another chapter which we will write together, where we will continue to see the smiles on the faces of our children. We will continue to see the courage and hope in the hearts of our workers and pride in the eyes of our elderly. We will create this New Seychelles together, in peace and harmony, respectful of the diversity of opinions, and we will put our differences aside, and build the New Seychelles together.

“People of Seychelles, I will always remain the president of all Seychellois. My arms will remain open and my doors will remain open. I will work for the wellbeing of all Seychellois, without exception.”

Following Mr Michel’s victory, his supporters from the Parti Lepep yesterday held parties to celebrate the achievement.