FCT Polls: Minister Warns Against Violation Of Electoral Laws, Violence

As residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) go out on Saturday, February 12 to elect Area Council Chairmen and Councillors, the Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has warned against violation in any form, of the electoral laws.

The Minister reminded would-be trouble makers that the security agencies are under strict directives to bring the full weight of the law on errant individuals or groups who may attempt to breach the peace in whatever guise.

In a message to the residents today, Muhammad Bello further called on parents, traditional, community and religious leaders to caution their wards, subjects and members of their congregation against engaging in acts that could disrupt the peaceful conduct of the elections.

He reminded residents that the attention of the national and international community is focused on the Area Council elections, saying that the electorate have the responsibility of ensuring a peaceful and transparent conduct of the elections..

The Minister called on the residents not to hesitate to call on the relevant authorities if they witness any activities that run contrary to the laid down election guidelines.

“I call on residents and contestants to use the Council polls to truly demonstrate the unity of all Nigerians, regardless of ethnic, religious or political affiliations.”