Election
By Aminu Garko
Minna, Dec.23,2018 ( NAN) The Catholic Bishop of Minna Diocese, Martins Uzuokwu, has called on Nigerians to love one another, irrespective of tribe, religious and political differences to ensure peaceful conduct of the 2019 general elections.
Uzuokwu made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Minna on Sunday, after the mass.
He said the desire of Nigerians to have credible leaders at the helm would only be possible if eligible Nigerians demonstrate love for one another and vote for leaders of their choice.
He,however, urged leaders of political parties, especially those seeking elective positions at all levels to maintain harmony and tolerance to attract attention from their followers.
The cleric also called on the church to keep praying for political leaders and the unity of the country.
“We must resist temptation of any kind and ensure peace and unity of our country,“he said.
He also called on the Federal Government to provide a level playing ground for all the political parties to ensure peaceful implementation of the electoral process.
” Peaceful political atmosphere will guarantee free, fair and credible elections.
“The Federal Government must end all forms of wanton mayhem being visited on innocent villagers by kidnappers, cattle rustlers ,armed robbers, militants for peace, progress and political stability of the nation.”
Uzoukwu also said it was time for the government to step up security as 2019 general elections gathered mometum.
The Bishop appealed to Nigerians to support the effort of security personnel with the required intelligence information that would aid successful fight against crime in the country.
He said that fighting crime and criminality must be seen as a collective responsibility. (NAN)
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Edited by Joseph Edeh/Dada Ahmed
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