2023: Ex-DSS director warns monarchies against open support for candidates

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A few months before the general election, a former Director of the Department of Security Service, Mr Mike Ejiofor, warned traditional rulers in the country against an open endorsement of candidates as the campaigns begin.

He said the roles of traditional rulers should be mere offering prayers for whoever candidates visit them rather than declaring open support for them .

According to him, traditional rulers across the country have crucial roles to play ahead of the forthcoming 2023 elections towards building citizens’ confidence and ensuring their participation in the electoral process and peaceful conduct of the election.for breaking news, videos, and the latest top stories in Nigeria & world news, business, politics, sports and pop culture.

“Despite the various subtle and brazen interferences in the affairs of the traditional institutions by politicians, they still wield enormous powers and fellowship amongst the populace. “As we approach the 2023 general elections, we should take cognizance of some underlying causes of electoral violence if we must defeat the menace.”

 

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