CAN Tasks Voters on Governorship Election

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Niger State Chapter has tasked voters to cast their ballots only for candidates who are credible during the Saturday’s governorship and House of Assembly’s elections in parts of the country.

In a statement, the religious group, told newsmen in Minna  that it is by so doing that the society would be assured of quality leadership and delivery of dividends of democracy.

The statement that was signed on behalf of the State Chairman of CAN, Most Reverend Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, by his Media Aide, Mr. Dan Atori, stated that candidates to be voted for should also be those who would ensure development and the peaceful co-existence of the people.

According to the statement “we enjoin everyone to vote for candidates of your choice, who must ensure quality education and free healthcare for the people.

“The preferred candidates must be those who can guarantee internal security, religious neutrality, and enforcement of fundamental rights and will be fair in appointments.”

“The candidate must be compassionate, disciplined and live a credible lifestyle; must not be cultists, religious fanatics, or involved in illicit drugs and must not have a relationship with bandits and thugs.” it added.