THE Buhari Support Organisation (BSO), Sokoto state chapter, has cautioned people against inciting statements by some political party chieftains and supporters in Sokoto state.
A statement signed by BSO Publicity Secretary, Malam Aminu Faruk and issued to newsmen on Thursday in Sokoto described inciting statements as uncalled for, capable of leading to restiveness.
He revealed that some politicians were quoted saying that the March 9 election will be a war and whoever died in the battle should be pushed aside.
“This foul language from supposed leaders at this critical period is unfortunate and must be tackled to avoid casualties during the election,” the statement said.
BSO appealed to political parties to consider Nigeria’s constitution and the electoral act paramount as the documents provided for every person an enabling space to exercise his civic right of voting during elections.
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The statement added that the two laws frown at promoting act of violence and are very clear on the legal penalty that awaits any Nigerian no matter how highly placed, on the incitement of general public to partake in violence.
“We are all aware of the potential danger this statement might cause to national peace and co-existence, especially with the current political tension in the state,” the statement added.
The statement called on people to remain law abiding and peace loving citizens and should not be made to suffer the consequence of violence.
The organisation in collaboration with Women and Youths Presidential campaign team organised a dinner celebrating Buhari’s re-election victory in Sokoto.
Faruk enjoined other party Chieftains in soliciting maximum support for President Muhammadu Buhari’s government.
“BSO injected the culture of integrity and prudence in governance which facilitated execution of viable projects and programmes that had enhanced peoples lives in the country.
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