Former Vice-President of Nigeria and one of national leader for the All Progressive Congress, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has join the league of Nigerians that have reacted to the postponement of the Feb 14th, election by the INEC.
On Saturday 7th, Feb, 2015, the chairman of INEC, Prof Attairu Jega, announced the postponement of Feb’s election to March 28th and April 11th, due to the insecurity that is rocking the north-east of Nigeria.
The former Vice-President of Nigeria, Atiku, has shared his own view on the postponement of the election. Former VP lost the APC presidential ticket to former head of state Gen Buhari, in their party primary election in December 2014.
He outline that effect of the election postponement by INEC on Nigeria economy — He said that their will be constant pressure on Naira, due to the devaluation of currency.
He further says that investors will be trying to evacuate their funds.
It is important to pay attention to the real effect of this election postponement on our national economy, investment and jobs.
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) February 10, 2015
The postponement has increased economic uncertainty, which means more apprehensive investors are trying to evacuate their funds.
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) February 10, 2015
A result of this repatriation stampede is the continued pressure on the Naira, causing more devaluation. Jobs for our youth are at risk!
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) February 10, 2015
It’s important the FG swiftly calms political tensions, and assures investors of Nigeria’s stability, so we can protect our people’s jobs.
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) February 10, 2015
So far, there have been no efforts by the FG to calm investors. This is irresponsible. The economy should not suffer due to politics.
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) February 10, 2015
Very well said Atiku, Our political gladiator.
Thank goodness CHANGE is on way to Nigerians and we are ready to embrace the CHANGE.
Support and Vote APC my people!