Tinubu warns politicians against violence ahead of 2027 elections

President Bola Tinubu has warned politicians and their supporters against political violence ahead of the 2027 general elections, directing security agencies to deal firmly with thuggery and other anti-democratic activities.

Tinubu said his administration would not tolerate irresponsible conduct during political campaigns, insisting that all parties and candidates must be allowed to campaign freely across the country without intimidation or threats to their safety.

The President made the remarks in a statement issued by the State House on Friday, following reports of violence accompanying political events in different parts of the country.

He condemned all forms of political violence, urging political leaders and their supporters to focus their campaigns on issues and 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.

Tinubu reiterated his commitment to ensuring peaceful, free and fair elections, calling on politicians across party lines to conduct themselves responsibly.

I never operated pro-Tinubu X account — INEC chairman

He said belonging to different political parties or pursuing different political ambitions should not make Nigerians enemies.

“As Nigerians, we are members of the same household living in different rooms. Therefore, our politics must elevate human conditions and focus on national progress and development,” he added.

The President also renewed his directive to security agencies to maintain public order and take firm action against individuals involved in political violence.

“Security agencies are therefore authorised to confront thuggery and other anti-social and anti-democratic activities with full force,” he said.

Tinubu stressed that his administration remained committed to an orderly and peaceful electoral process in which political parties and candidates could exercise their constitutional rights without fear of molestation.