The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned political parties and candidates against turning the 2027 general election into a contest marked by violence, hate speech and vote-buying, saying no political
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Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has urged residents to protect the peace and stability of the state as Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections. Yusuf made the
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has urged security personnel to remain professional and impartial during the 2027 general elections, warning them against actions that could trigger violence or undermine the
ADC Defends Atiku’s Absence From 2027 Peace Accord, Says Signing Alone Cannot Stop Election Violence
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has defended its decision to keep presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar away from the signing of the National Peace Accord, saying the boycott was a deliberate
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has warned politicians, religious and traditional leaders, the media and other Nigerians against hate speech, threats and divisive rhetoric ahead of the 2027 general
Tension is rising in Ilesa, Osun State, after suspected political thugs attacked an APC gathering ahead of the state governorship election, leaving two party members dead and several others injured.
Chaos erupted in Akure on Monday as violent attacks disrupted the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primaries in Ondo Central, with suspected political thugs opening fire, assaulting voters, and forcing