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[JUST IN] 2023 Elections: Shun reckless statements, NSCIA urges politicians, Nigerians
NSCIA made these known in a statement signed by its Deputy Secretary-General, Prof. Salisu Shehu and Director of Administration,Arc. Zubairu Haruna Usman-Ugwu, on Tuesday.
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, has called on Nigerian politicians to desist from inciting statements that could throw the country into chaos.
The group also called on Nigerian people not to join political parties in any provocative and reckless statements at this time, but remain calm and prayerful.
NSCIA made these known in a statement signed by its Deputy Secretary-General, Prof. Salisu Shehu and Director of Administration,Arc. Zubairu Haruna Usman-Ugwu, on Tuesday.
“The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) cautions political leaders and actors against making provocative and unguarded statements which could drag the country into unnecessary conflict and anarchy,” the statement read.
“While reckless statements from inconsequential individuals can be easily ignored, this is not so of those from respected political and religious leaders.
“It is important that patriotic and well-meaning Nigerian leaders should support unrelenting adherence to process and procedure in the on-going electoral process.
“This is because any inclination to unprocedural decision or action at this critical time is a direct call for anarchy which will not yield any positive outcome to the nation.”
NSCIA also called on the electoral body to be unwavering its dedication to democratic process.
“Meanwhile, the NSCIA counsels the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain undistracted and committed to its duty until it discharges it to its logical conclusion,” it continued.
“All Nigerians, particularly Muslims are urged to, no matter the level of provocation from certain quarters, remain calm and prayerful.
“May Almighty Allah keep our country stable and peaceful,” it added.
