“Also, I think if people are not demanding for money to put people in political offices, they will be able to hold elected people accountable.”
The body also called on Nigerians to join hands with the Federal Government to fight corruption, strengthen the judiciary and maintain stable democracy. In a telephone interview with The Guardian, PFN’s President, Rev. Felix Omobude said anti-corruption institutions in the country should be keen in fighting corruption and ensure that Nigeria becomes a decent society. He also wants the Nigeria police to be well equipped to fight modern day crimes.
Calling for independence of the judiciary, the cleric lamented methods by which judges are appointed and urged government to look into it. He said: “Elections have been badly compromised. A lot of money is pumped into electioneering campaigns, but we still have cases of ballot snatching and people being killed during elections.
To strengthen the nation’s democracy, Omobude said every Nigerian must have freedom to associate, worship, practise their religion and should be qualified to aspire for the highest office in leadership, no matter where he/she comes from.
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