President
Muhammadu Buhari, in Abuja on Thursday, vowed that his administration would not
condone any action capable of undermining the conduct of the 2019 general
elections.
The
president also assured that he would not support any individual or group
seeking to undermine Nigerians' confidence in the ability of the nation's
political institutions to conduct peaceful and successful polls.
Speaking
as Special Guest of Honour at the 15th Daily Trust Dialogue, with the
theme "Nigeria and the Challenges of 2019", Buhari, called on
politicians and political parties to pledge their commitment to a peaceful
democratic process.
Represented
by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Boss Mustapha, the
president specifically charged them to urge their supporters to respect the
electoral process and refrain from violence.
President
Buhari also stated that all aggrieved parties should seek redress through
constitutional means and respect the rule of law.
- Daily Trust
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