The United States President, Barak Obama has urged Nigerians on yesterday, March 23rd through a video message to vote peacefully in Saturday’s election, and to accept/support whoever wins.
President Obama congratulated Nigerians on what they have achieved so far, and advised that they have an opportunity in the election to achieve even more by voting. But he however stressed that for elections to be credible, they must be free, fair and peaceful.
President Obama congratulated Nigerians on what they have achieved so far, and advised that they have an opportunity in the election to achieve even more by voting. But he however stressed that for elections to be credible, they must be free, fair and peaceful.
His Statement read in part below...
“I call on all leaders and candidates to make it clear to their supporters that violence has no place in democratic elections and that they will not incite, support or engage in any kind of violence before, during or after the votes are counted.
“Successful elections and democratic progress will help Nigeria meet the urgent challenges it faces today. By casting your ballots you can help secure your nation’s progress.”“To keep Nigeria one is a task that must be done,” and challenged Nigerians to keep Nigeria one. In this task of advancing the security, prosperity and human rights of all Nigerians, you will continue to have a friend and partner in the United States of America,” he added.
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