2027 Elections: ‘We Shall Not Tolerate Irresponsible Conduct’, Tinubu Warns
2027 Elections: ‘We Shall Not Tolerate Irresponsible Conduct’, Tinubu Warns
Tinubu condemned attacks recorded at political events in different parts of the country and called on politicians and their supporters to avoid violence.
President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to confront political thuggery and other anti-democratic activities with full force, warning that his administration will not tolerate violence as campaigns gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement personally signed on Friday, Tinubu condemned attacks recorded at political events in different parts of the country and called on politicians and their supporters to avoid violence.
The President said he had followed reports of violent incidents across the country, insisting that political campaigns should focus on issues and competing ideas that promote public welfare and national development.
“Every form of violence stands condemned. Violence should never have a place in our political campaigns as we move toward the 2027 general elections,” he said.
His reaction comes amid reports of attacks and political violence in Bauchi, Zamfara, Gombe, Delta, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Edo and, most recently, Lagos State.
Tinubu urged political leaders and supporters across party lines to conduct themselves responsibly, stressing that belonging to different political parties or having competing ambitions should not turn Nigerians into enemies.
“I have said that being in different political parties or pursuing different ambitions does not make us enemies,” he said.
The President described Nigerians as members of the same household living in different rooms, adding that political activities should focus on improving living conditions and advancing the country.
He also reiterated his commitment to ensuring a peaceful, free and fair election, saying all political parties and candidates must be able to campaign anywhere in the country without intimidation or fear for their safety.
Tinubu called on security agencies to be firm against anyone attempting to undermine public order.
“We shall not tolerate any irresponsible conduct by politicians and their supporters,” he warned.
“Security agencies are therefore authorised to confront thuggery and other anti-social and anti-democratic activities with full force,” the President added.
