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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 political campaigns gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement personally signed on Friday, the President condemned recent attacks recorded at political gatherings across various parts of the country, urging politicians and their supporters to eschew violence.
Tinubu noted that he had been monitoring reports of violent incidents across several states—including Bauchi, Zamfara, Gombe, Delta, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Edo, and most recently, Lagos State—insisting that democratic campaigns should center strictly on issues and competing ideas that advance 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 stated.
Calling for responsible conduct across all party lines, the President emphasized that aligning with different political platforms or pursuing varied ambitions must not turn Nigerians into adversaries.
Comparing citizens to members of the same household inhabiting different rooms, Tinubu maintained that political discourse should focus on improving living conditions and driving the nation forward.
Reiterating his commitment to delivering a peaceful, free, and fair electoral process, he stressed that all parties and candidates must be guaranteed the freedom to campaign anywhere in the country without intimidation or fear.
Tinubu charged security operatives to act firmly and decisively against any individual or group attempting to jeopardize public order and safety.
‘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.
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