On Friday, Bishop Most Rev. Matthew Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto urged Nigerians to make informed choices in the 2027 general election while speaking on the sidelines of the 70th anniversary celebration of Saint Finbarr’s College.
He warned voters to scrutinise candidates carefully, advising them to use information available on the internet to learn about those seeking their support. “This is what I encourage young people, please vote to stay alive,” Kukah said, emphasising that the responsibility for the outcome of elections does not lie solely with institutions such as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the government or security agencies.
“We are all largely responsible for the nature of the choices that we make, because as I said, we are not as innocent as we think we are,” he added.
While acknowledging the role of electoral bodies in ensuring credible polls, Kukah stressed that citizens also have a duty to make careful and informed decisions at the polls. He urged especially young voters to examine the records and backgrounds of candidates before casting their ballots.
His comments come as political parties and aspirants intensify preparations for the 2027 general election, with voters expected to play a central role in determining the outcome of the polls.
<small>Source: The Sun Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
