The United States has stated that it is deeply troubled by the disturbing acts of violent voter intimidation and suppression that took place during the 2023 polls in Nigeria.
In a statement posted on the website, the US consulate said that they witnessed some of the incidents first hand in Lagos, Kano and other states.
The statement also said that the use of ethnically charged language before, during and after the gubernatorial election in Lagos was particularly concerning.
The United States said it will consider all available actions, including additional visa restrictions on individuals believed to be responsible for, or complicit in, undermining the democratic process in Nigeria.
The Consulate also commended all Nigerian political actors , religious and community leaders, youth and citizens’ who have chosen to reject and speak out against such violence and inflammatory language, affirming Nigerians commitment to and respect for the democratic process.
The statement also urged those challenging the election results to go through the established legal processes which must not be interfered with
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