The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has encouraged all Nigerians to vote for candidates of their choice in the February 25 and March 11 elections, assuring them all citizens of a free and fair election.

The president also assured that adequate security has been provided to ensure a hitch-free exercise.

Buhari made this known on Thursday in a national broadcast from the State House, Abuja.

The President said, “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.”

During his announcement on the extension of the old N200 till April 10, he added that the new Naira policy implemented by the Central Bank of Nigeria has curbed money politics.

“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,” he added.