The leadership of the U.S embassy has released an official statement as regards the election crisis that marred Rivers re-run election over the weekend leading to deaths and maiming of individuals.
John Kerry, U.S Secretary of state
Following the
violence that rocked the Rivers state rerun elections, the United States of America embassy has issued a statement.
The statement reads, '
'The U.S. Embassy is concerned about reports of violence, including the possible targeting of electoral officials and irregularities during re-run elections in Rivers state on March 19, 2016.
“We condemn the use of violence and disruptions of the democratic process. We call upon the leadership of Nigeria’s political parties to urge their supporters to conduct themselves peacefully throughout the electoral process.
“We call on those dissatisfied to pursue a resolution of their grievances peacefully in accordance with the rule of law.”