Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Nicholas Okoh, has urged Nigerians of voting age to exercise civic duty by voting into office competent politicians for the advancement of the nation.
The archbishop, who spoke at the weekend while inaugurating an ultra-modern bishop house, chapel and commemorating the 60th birthday of the bishop of Egbu diocese in Owerri North Local Council of Imo State, Geoffrey Okorafor, noted that Nigeria could only move forward when the citizens actively participated in the process leading to the choice of rightful leaders.
His words: “You must take these elections seriously. They are very important. They will affect you, your children, grand children and great grand children. It is not funny at all. The polls are very important. Do not joke with them. We want successful and credible (elections) in 2019. May our country move forward in the mighty name of Jesus.”
He beseeched stakeholders to prioritise the exercise. Read more