Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Most Rev Matthew Kukah, has criticised Nigerian politicians for making ‘unrealistic’ promises during election campaigns.
Speaking at a public symposium in Abuja organised by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, NILDS, in collaboration with The Kukah Centre on Thursday, Kukah said many of them sell false hopes to Nigerians simply to win votes.
He urged Nigerians to question political promises and hold elected leaders accountable.
According to him, some politicians abandon their campaign promises after assuming office and begin giving excuses about the challenges of governance.
“Many politicians make unrealistic promises and give false hopes simply to get votes from the people.
“Nigerians should look beyond ethnic, religious and class considerations when making political choices ahead of the 2027 general elections,” he said.
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