President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to take decisive action against political thuggery and other activities capable of undermining democratic processes, warning that his administration will not condone violence as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The President gave the directive in a statement personally signed by him on Friday, November 13, 2026, in which he condemned reported attacks at political gatherings in different parts of the country.
Tinubu urged political parties, their leaders and supporters to embrace peaceful campaigns, stressing that electoral contests should be driven by policies, ideas and programmes that would improve the welfare of Nigerians and promote 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.
The President’s statement followed reports of politically motivated attacks and violent incidents in Bauchi, Zamfara, Gombe, Delta, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Edo and, most recently, Lagos State.
He cautioned political actors against allowing partisan differences and personal ambitions to create hostility among Nigerians, noting that political competition should not undermine national unity.
“I have said that being in different political parties or pursuing different ambitions does not make us enemies,” he said.
Tinubu likened the country to one household whose members occupy different rooms, emphasising that political differences should not prevent citizens from working towards shared national objectives.
He further reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring peaceful, free and fair elections, insisting that political parties and candidates must enjoy the freedom to campaign in every part of the country without intimidation or threats to their safety.
The President also charged security agencies to maintain public order and respond firmly to individuals and groups seeking to disrupt political activities through violence.
“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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