2023: Run Issue-focused Campaigns, Buhari Admonishes Candidates

Ahead of the 2023 general election, President Muhammadu Buhari has called on candidates of all political parties to continue running issue-focused campaigns and treat their opponents with dignity.

Speaking during his Democracy Day broadcast to the nation Sunday, the president said: “I will therefore take this opportunity on this very special day to ask all candidates to continue running issue focused campaigns and to treat opponents with dignity.

“As leaders, you must all showcase high character and never forget that the world is watching us and Africa looks up to Nigeria to provide example in governance. The tone you set at the top will surely be replicated in your followers.