Naira redesign has greatly minimised influence of money politics– Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari said in a nationwide broadcast on Thursday that the Naira redesign policy has been able to limit money politics ahead of the February 25 election.

President Buhari also urged the electorate to vote for the candidates of their choice without fear, saying that adequate security would be provided and that their votes would be counted.

He urged citizens to avoid violence and actions that could disrupt the electoral process.

He said, “Fellow citizens, on the 25th of February, 2023 the nation would be electing a new President and National Assembly members. I am aware that this new monetary policy has also contributed immensely to the minimization of the influence of money in politics.

“This is a positive departure from the past and represents a bold legacy step by this administration, towards laying a strong foundation for free and fair elections.

“I urge every citizen therefore, to go out to vote for their candidates of choice without fear, because security shall be provided and your vote shall count.

“I however admonish you to eschew violence and avoid actions capable of disrupting the electoral processes. I wish us all a successful General Elections.”