By Dupson Collins, 16th February, 2023
In a national broadcast, President Muhammadu Buhari has stated that the New Monetary Policy of the Central Bank of Nigeria has minimized the influence of money in the country politics ahead of the forthcoming election.
Speaking on the new monetary policy that has caused hardship on Nigeria, the president listed the positive impact of the Policy on the country economy, while promising to ensure free, fair and credible poll as Nigerians go to poll.
His words: “Fellow citizens, on the 25th of February, 2023 the nation would be electing a new President and National Assembly members. I am aware that this new monetary policy has also contributed immensely to the minimization of the influence of money in politics.
“This is a positive departure from the past and represents a bold legacy step by this administration, towards laying a strong foundation for free and fair elections.
“.I urge every citizen therefore, to go out to vote for their candidates of choice without fear, because security shall be provided and your vote shall count.
“I however admonish you to eschew violence and avoid actions capable of disrupting the electoral processes. I wish us all a successful General Elections.
