Elections: Don’t vote for politicians above 60 years – Catholic Bishop

Most Revd Paulinus Ezeokafor, the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Anambra State in his statement which described politicians above 60 as “burden on the growth and development of the country”, advised Nigerians not to vote of politicians above 60.

The Catholic Bishop who wondered why Politicians that old would still be contesting in elections, said they ought to have quit active politics at such an age.
“I can’t understand why retirees would want to seek political offices. Such people are a burden to growth. “I urge Nigerians to stop electing such people. 2019 is crucial in our history. We should vote wisely; we should avoid voting for retirees” he said.
Most Revd Paulinus Ezeokafor who further advised Nigerians not to sell their votes in 2019 general elections, urged christians to ensure active participation during the 2019 general election and not sit back at home just to talk against the government.
The Catholic Bishop who lauded the move by Economic Financial Crimes Commissionand Independent National Electoral Commission, to check excessive spending by politicians during elections, said Christians were entrusted with the responsibility of taking the lead in positive directions, tasking them to eschew nonchalant attitude.

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