Politicians, Parties Get Strong Warnings as 2023 Elections Draw Near
- Politicians and their political parties have been warned against taking action or making speeches that could cause violence during the 2023 election
- The caution was handed to the politicians and the parties by the leadership of the Christain Association of Nigeria
- Reverend Yakubu Pam said Nigeria can only reap the full benefits enjoyed by other nations when there is active participation in elections by its eligible voters
PAY ATTENTION: How media literate are you? Click to take a quiz – bust fake news with Legit.ng!
Nigerian politicians across the country and the globe have been warned against instigating violence among the populace ahead of the 2023 general election.
The Punch reports that Reverend Yakubu Pam, the chairman of the Christain Association of Nigeria in the 19 northern states of the country said politicians and the political parties participating in the 2023 election must desist from viewing the process as a do-or-die affair.
Source: Twitter
Speaking at a three-day special prayer summit organised by the association in Kaduna on Thursday, December 15, Pam urged all Nigerians and politicians alike to shun apathy at the elections.
Importance of election for all Nigerians
Reeling out the importance of active participation in election matters, Pam said the only way Nigerians could produce good leaders that could lead the nation to greatness.
PAY ATTENTION: Subscribe to Digital Talk newsletter to receive must-know business stories and succeed BIG!
His words:
“Our presidential candidates should not see the general election as a do-or-die affair, after all power comes from God and what will be, will be; no man runs faster than his shadow.
“We, the religious leaders, must stand firm in the face of intimidation in this era of the electioneering process.
“We should be able to speak truth to power no matter the circumstances we find ourselves because for everyone we mislead, we must answer for it someday.
US president gives heartwarming description of Nigeria's democracy, Buhari's administration
President Joe Biden of the United States of America described Nigeria's democracy as a model for other African nations.
The American president commended Muhammadu Buhari for not seeking a third tenure after his current administration.
Biden made the disclosure while in Washington, USA while meeting with leaders of six African nations.
"I have done my best" President Buhari declares ahead of 2023
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that President Muhammadu Buhari revealed reasons why Nigeria is facing many challenges.
According to the president, the country's size and population are contributory factors. However, President Buhari insisted that his administration is trying in many areas, noting that he has done his best.
He added that youths are Nigeria’s promise for a better future and solving their problems is the priority of his government.
Source: Legit.ng
