President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has warned politicians and their supporters against engaging in violence and other activities capable of disrupting public order ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The President issued the warning in a statement personally signed on Friday, November 13, 2026, following reports of violent incidents accompanying political activities in different parts of the country.
Tinubu stressed that political campaigns should focus on policies, ideas and programmes that promote citizens’ welfare and national development rather than confrontation and violence.
Tinubu Calls for Peaceful Political Campaigns
The President condemned all forms of political violence, insisting that disagreements over political parties and ambitions should not turn Nigerians into enemies.
He urged political leaders and their supporters across party lines to conduct themselves responsibly, adding that democracy should provide an opportunity for competing ideas rather than hostility.
Tinubu also reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring peaceful, free and fair elections, stating that all political parties and candidates must be allowed to campaign anywhere in the country without intimidation or threats to their safety.
He described Nigerians as members of the same household despite their different political affiliations, calling for greater tolerance and national unity.
Security Agencies Directed to Confront Political Thuggery
Tinubu also renewed his directive to security agencies to remain firm against individuals and groups involved in activities capable of undermining public order.
He warned that his administration would not tolerate irresponsible conduct by politicians and their supporters.
The President specifically authorised security agencies to confront political thuggery and other anti-social and anti-democratic activities with full force.
His warning comes amid reports of attacks and disruptions at political gatherings in several states, including Lagos, Delta, Cross River and Nasarawa. With political activities gathering momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, Tinubu’s warning places renewed attention on the responsibility of political parties, their candidates and supporters to maintain peace.
The President has called for issue-based campaigns and assured political parties of protection during their activities.
Whether the directive will translate into a reduction in political violence will depend significantly on its consistent enforcement and the willingness of political actors to respect democratic principles.
OGM News NG will continue to monitor developments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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