.The United States has threatened to impose visa ban on those who foment trouble in the Anambra governorship election.
The warning was given in a statement issued by the US Mission in Nigeria on Wednesday.
“The United States looks forward to a gubernatorial election in Anambra State on November 6 that is peaceful and transparent, with results that accurately reflect the will of the state’s residents.”
“We will be paying close attention to actions of individuals who interfere with the democratic process or instigate violence against civilian populations before, during, or after the elections.
“We will not hesitate to consider consequences – including visa restrictions – for those found to be responsible for election-related violence or undermining the democratic process.
“Under U.S. immigration law, certain violations also may lead to restrictions on family members. We call on citizens, electoral officials, party members, and security force personnel to do their part in ensuring a credible and secure electoral process.”
The election is billed for Saturday.
- (Text, excluding headline, courtesy Daily Trust)
This is the threat in the history of humanity. The US govt has displayed the highest level of ignorance. Their concern is now Anambra election… Where were they when Nigerian soldiers killed innocent citizens in their homes at Izombe, Ekwulobia and Nnobi a few days ago?: The leaders who are entrusted with the security of lives and properties of the citizens now turn around to send soldiers against their people and you want us to vote the same set of people on Saturday. Nigeria is a failed state and is beyond redemption. That’s why we want Biafra. Give us referendum and see what the peo want. Election is not even an option here… Biden and his guys just proved they’ve been living in the moon… It was decided in a security meeting that security forces will be sent to Anambra to dominate, overwhelm, subdue and intimidate, nobody from the old Eastern region was present in the meeting and you want us to remain with the Fulanis. Let’s discuss the root cause of the problem, but just visa ban threat. Who America epp see?