Bola Ahmed Tinibu: Don’t Allow Yourself to Be Partisan

As the Presidential candidate of the All Peoples Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinibu has been making a lot of waves. In a recent interview with journalists, he speaks to the importance of impartiality in the electoral process, and charges INEC officers to remain apolitical.

“It is very important for the credibility of these elections that all of our electoral officers discharge their duties without any form of partisanship,” Tinibu said. “I want to assure all Nigerians that I and my party, the APC, will accept the outcome of these elections, no matter who wins.”

Overview of Bola Ahmed Tinibu’s Charge to INEC Officers

Bola Ahmed Tinibu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Nigerian General Election has called on Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officers to be non-partisan during the electioneering period.

He made this known while addressing a delegation of Journalists in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Tinibu charged INEC officers to be fair and just in the discharge of their duties, and not to allow themselves to be biased towards any political party.

The APC Presidential Candidate warned that any officer found guilty of partisanship would be sanctioned, adding that he would not condone any act of unfairness from INEC.

The Political Situation in Nigeria

So it’s no surprise that the current political situation in Nigeria is generating a lot of talking conversations. On one side, you have the APC Presidential Candidate Bola Ahmed Tinibu charging INEC officers not to be partisan. On the other side, you have the Labor Party Presidential Candidate & Former Governor of Anambra, Peter Obi receiving Former President Olesugun Obasanjo’s endorsement.

It will be interesting to see how this plays out in the upcoming elections.

What It Takes to Be a Partisan

It takes a lot to be a partisan. You have to be able to put your feelings and opinions aside, and focus solely on the task at hand. That’s not always easy to do, especially when you feel passionately about a certain issue.

But that’s what it takes to be an effective member of a team. You have to be able to work with other people, even if you don’t agree with them. You have to be able to put the good of the team above your own personal beliefs.

The Legal Implications of INEC Officers Being Partisan

The danger posed by INEC officers allowing themselves to be partisan is that it can lead to legal ramifications. According to the Nigerian Elections Act, it is illegal for any public civil servant or employee of INEC to directly or indirectly, act in a way that shows or intended to show any form of bias or favoritism.

If an INEC officer is found guilty of engaging in partisan activities, they will face administrative sanctions and may even face criminal charges and imprisonment. This could potentially have a long-term negative impact on their career and reputation.

It is therefore important for all INEC officers to ensure that they remain impartial and unbiased when conducting the elections, in order for them to avoid any legal repercussions. This way, the integrity of elections can be maintained and Nigeria’s democratic process can continue unhindered.

Civil Society’s Reaction to Bola Ahmed Tinibu’s Charge

Bola Ahmed Tinibu’s charge to the INEC officers has been met with praise from civil society groups. They believe his words are a reminder of the importance of following through on the principles of democracy, particularly transparency and impartiality. These principles are the foundations upon which our democracy rests, and they must be upheld if we are to avoid chaos in our country.

Not only that, but civil society also believes that Bola Ahmed Tinibu’s words serve as a call to action on a larger scale. His statement reminds us that we must all do our part, no matter our political affiliations, to ensure that justice is served and that voting is fair and free of partisan influence. It is only when we come together with this common goal in mind that true democracy can be achieved.

Conclusion

In a fiery speech, Bola Ahmed Tinibu has called on the heads of INEC not to be partisan during the coming elections. He stated that it is the responsibility of INEC to be impartial and that they should not allow themselves to be influenced by any party. Tinibu also urged all party members to conduct themselves peacefully and to allow the elections to proceed without any incidents.