The United States says it will not hesitate to take action against anyone found guilty of undermining the Anambra Governorship Election.
The governorship election in the state is billed to hold on November 6.
In a statement issued yesterday, the US said visa restriction may be placed on those found guilty of instigating violence during or after the election.
The US said it will be monitoring the exercise and looks forward to a peaceful and transparent governorship poll in the state.
โThe United States looks forward to a gubernatorial election in Anambra State on November 6 that is peaceful and transparent, with results that accurately reflect the will of the stateโs residents,โ a statement by the US Mission in Nigeria reads.
โWe will be paying close attention to actions of individuals who interfere with the democratic process or instigate violence against civilian populations before, during, or after the elections.
โWe will not hesitate to consider consequences including visa restrictions for those found to be responsible for election-related violence or undermining the democratic process.
โUnder U.S. immigration law, certain violations also may lead to restrictions on family members.
โWe call on citizens, electoral officials, party members, and security force personnel to do their part in ensuring a credible and secure electoral process.โ
