The Prosecutor, International Criminal Court, Fatou Bensouda,‎ has again reminded Nigerian  Politician in the country that they risk being taken to the Hague, Netherlands, for trial if they continue with the level of violence already witnessed in the country.

In a statement released on Monday, the prosecutor reiterated her earlier call on Nigerian politicians and leaders to refrain from inciting statements ahead of the general elections.

The statement reads:‎ "Following my statement of the 2nd of February, 2015, and my Office's subsequent visit to Nigeria from the 3rd to the 5th of February, I reiterate my previous message.

"At a time when abhorrent levels of violence already plague parts of the country, I recall that the International Criminal Court ("ICC" or the "Court'") has jurisdiction over Rome Statute crimes committed on the territory of Nigeria.

"Any person who incites or engages in acts of violence in the context of the upcoming elections or otherwise – including by ordering, inciting, encouraging or contributing to the commission of crimes that fall within ICC's jurisdiction – is liable to prosecution; either by Nigerian Courts or by the ICC."No one should doubt my Office's resolve to prosecute individuals responsible for the commission of ICC crimes, whenever necessary.

"Violence is not a solution. The conduct and outcome of elections in Nigeria, free from violence, will not only prevent further instability in the country, but will also send a clear message that electoral competition does not have to result in violence and crimes that shock the conscience of humanity."