Tinubu vows to crack down on violence ahead of 2027 election
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Daily Post
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu says his government will not tolerate violence linked to political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. He urges candidates, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, to favour a peaceful campaign, according to a statement from the Nigerian presidency published on Friday 13 November 2026.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu warned political leaders and their supporters that his government would not tolerate any violence during the campaigns for the 2027 presidential and general elections. He called on potential candidates, notably former vice-president Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, as well as party leaders, to favour peaceful political debate, according to a statement from the Nigerian presidency published on Friday 13 November 2026.
The warning comes after reports of violence at political rallies in different parts of Nigeria. Bola Tinubu asked political actors to focus their campaigns on programmes and ideas capable of improving people’s living conditions and promoting national development. He also called on activists not to regard members of other parties as enemies.
The head of state reaffirmed his commitment to holding free, fair and peaceful elections in 2027. He asked security forces to take firm action against those responsible for violence, acts of intimidation and behaviour likely to disrupt public order. He also stressed the right of all parties and candidates to campaign freely in the country without threats to their security.
The Nigerian Parliament also condemned political violence ahead of the 2027 election and opened an investigation into political violence.
