American president, Joe Biden calls for ‘free and fair elections’ in Nigeria – Read full statement

American president, Joe Biden calls for 'free and fair elections' in Nigeria - Read full statement

The 46th presidential of the United States of America, Joe Biden has released a statement concerning the Nigerian 2023 presidential elections which would take place on Saturday, 25th February 2023.

Nigerians are expecting to decide who takes over the leadership of the country in the next four years. The candidates with al

Nigerians head to the polls this weekend to decide their leader for the next 4 years. The four major candidates for the presidential election include Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) Peter Gregory Obi of the Labour Party (LP), Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) and Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All progressives Congress (APC).

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Biden, in his statement released on  23rd February, praised Buhari for his dedication to holding a transparent and equitable election and also commended the candidates for their endorsement of a peace agreement before the election.

Biden’s statement reads;

I commend yesterday’s peace accord in Nigeria, signed by the political parties and candidates running in Nigeria’s presidential election on February 25. By signing this pledge, the parties and candidates have committed to accept the results of the election, as announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission, and to support a peaceful transition of power.

Elections are a fundamental part of a functioning democracy, and all Nigerians deserve this chance to choose their future — freely and fairly. While the United States does not support any single candidate or party, we strongly support a peaceful and transparent process that reflects the will of the people of Nigeria. On election day, I encourage all Nigerians — no matter their religion, region, or ethnicity —to exercise this fundamental freedom and make their voices heard — including young voters, many of whom may be heading to the ballot box for the first time.

The United States stands with the Nigerian people as they chart a path toward a more democratic, prosperous, and secure future. I appreciate President Buhari’s firm commitment that the will of the people will be respected. And in the coming days, I encourage voters to remain peaceful and patient as their ballots are tallied, and urge the political parties and candidates to live up to their pledge.

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