Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce,
Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) on Thursday refuted claims that it endorsed a
particular political party ahead of the forthcoming elections.
In a statement signed by its President, Iyalode
Alaba Lawson, the group stated that the agency has not and would not endorse
any candidate, instead, it will continue to maintain its political neutrality.
According to the statement, “We wish to make it
clear that contrary to the suggestions and insinuations peddled by a recent
news report, NACCIMA has not endorsed any particular candidate(s) in the
forthcoming general election.
“NACCIMA’s political neutrality is a core principle
that is equally imbibed by its council, executive committee, members and
employees. NACCIMA has an ethical obligation to ensure that as the non-partisan
voice of Nigerian businesses and the leading national member of the organised private
sector, we do not endorse any political candidates, and we remain politically
neutral on all issues without exception.
“NACCIMA, as a matter of policy, also does not make
donations or contributions towards any political candidate or their campaigns,
and we remain even more resolute in our nonpartisan stance as the forthcoming
general election draws near.”
Lawson further stated that rather that become a
tool for political ends, NACCIMA is more than ever preoccupied with the
fulfillment of its core objective of promoting and advocating for a conducive
business environment which will promote the activities of the private sector
for inclusive economic growth and development.
She said: “This clarification has become necessary in
view of the false narrative currently making the rounds that NACCIMA has now
pitched its tent with a particular political candidate. Be assured that NACCIMA remains unflinching
in its commitment to promoting what’s the best for the Nigerian economy and not
the galvanisation of support for political candidates contesting for elections
at any level.”
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