Posters bearing the images of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aminu Tambuwal and his Deputy, Emeka Ihedioha as President and Vice Presidential aspirants were Saturday seen in most major streets of Abuja, the Nigerian capital.
Although, both men are members of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, the posters carry the logo of the opposition All Progressives Congress, APC.
Reacting to the development via a statement, media aide to Tambuwal, Imam Imam, said the Speaker had nothing to do with the posters.
He further advised those behind it to respect the warning on political campaigns by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
“While we thank them for deeming us fit for elective office in the country, let it be known that since the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has not given the go-ahead for those interested in elective positions to start mobilisation, it is inappropriate for any person or group to print campaign posters and have them placed in strategic areas all over the country,” said Imam.
“Laws of the Federation are meant to be obeyed by the high and mighty. The Honourable Speaker will make known the direction he will take with regards to his political future at the appropriate time,” the statement added.
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