As preparations intensify for general elections in Nigeria, starting Saturday, the United States President, Barack Obama, on Monday sent a special message to Nigerians, urging a credible and peaceful polls.

In the message sent directly to Nigerians, President Obama reminded the people about their struggle for the country’s independence from colonialism, the struggle against military dictatorship and the need to turn the country’s diversity into a source of strength.

“I call on all Nigerians to peacefully express your views and to reject the voices of those who call for violence,” Mr. Obama said.

“And when elections are free and fair, it is the responsibility of all citizens to help keep the peace, no matter who wins,” he added.

Read full text of Mr. Obama’s Message to the Nigerian People below:
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