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Osun 2018: CAN lists conditions for parties, governorship aspirants

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OsunAGAINST the build-up to the September 22 governorship poll in Osun, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), in the state, on Thursday listed conditions for political parties and gubernatorial aspirants, saying the next governor for Osun must be incorruptible and possess proven integrity.

In a statement signed by the chairman of CAN in the state, Very Reverend Father Michael Okodua, his secretary, Overseer Cornelius Ojo and chairman strategic committee, Reverend Jacob Asani, the Christian body also cautioned against any act of bribery that may subvert the will of the people during election exercise.

According to the statement, which was made available to the Tribune Online in Osogbo, “OSCAN finds it necessary at this point in the history of our state to speak out on its expectations as political parties are planning to elect their gubernatorial flag-bearers for the September 22nd, 2018 election.”

“OSCAN believes strongly that whoever will emerge as the Governor of Osun State and who will direct the affairs of over 4.5 million people must possess some qualities and credentials necessary for this exalted office. In as much as OSCAN has no political inclination, but as a major stakeholder in the affairs of this state, the association believes that an electable candidate needs to be persons with the following competencies”.

“He or she must be godly with proven integrity, be incorruptible, has a heart and commitment to ensure religious tolerance and respect for other peoples’ faiths, possesses a track record of achievements in his or her field of service either in public or private enterprise.

“He or she must be a visionary person with a realistic development plan for Osun State; and one with a pedigree, sound education and someone who has the ability to harness and manage the state resources efficiently and effectively.

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“The candidate must emerge from a political platform through an open, free and credible contest or party primary and has as a demonstrative commitment and belief in the rule of law in practice; respect for constitutional due processes and human rights.

“The person must have clear plan for security, infrastructural development, effective public service, economic development and wealth generation that guarantees sustainable prosperity for all and not a few privileged elites.”

Other conditions listed by OSCAN is that the said person must see all Osun dwellers as citizens with equal rights and privileges, not as feudal lords and conquered subjects and has clear blueprint for the state’s education, health, agriculture, industry sectors.

“He or she must be a listening leader who respects stakeholders’ opinion in the running of the state affairs, be responsive to the Osun Community’s needs, yearnings and aspirations, be accessible, humane and tolerant and be ready to run an open and transparent administration.

“OSCAN notes that these qualities shall well be considered in its choice of who governs the state and therefore urges political parties to pick the best among their aspirants as their flag-bearers.”

The association, however, urged all Christians to ensure that they perform their civic responsibilities such as voters’ registrations, voting on the election day and ensure that their votes count, stressing that “God’s wrath awaits anyone who engages in bribery of party leaders, party delegates and religious leaders to secure party tickets.

The post Osun 2018: CAN lists conditions for parties, governorship aspirants appeared first on Tribune.

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