According to Vanguard, the Prime Minister David Cameron has written to President Goodluck Jonathan to ensure that Nigerian elections go ahead this weekend, warning that failure to do so ‘would risk national security and stability, and adversely affect Nigeria’s international reputation’.
In a letter to President Jonathan, the Prime Minister underlines the importance of the elections for the African continent and points out the pivotal role for the President. In a statement made available to Vanguard saying,
As Africa’s biggest democracy, successful elections in Nigeria are important not only for Nigeria’s future, but as a signal to the rest of Africa. Delivering a credible process will be a lasting credit to you as President and to
The Prime Minister emphasises the vital role of the Independent National Electoral Commission and its head Professor Jega, writing:
I am encouraged by INEC’s advances in recent weeks.
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