*Urges Campaign Focus On Issues That Promote People’s Welfare
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has condemned the violence trailing political campaigns ahead of next year’s general elections.
Tinubu charge Nigerians to shun violence and focus on issues that promote the people’s welfare during the campaign season.
In a statement he signed on Friday, November 13, the President said: “I have followed recent reports of violence accompanying political events in different parts of the country.
“Every form of violence stands condemned. Violence should never have a place in our political campaigns as we move toward the 2027 general elections.
“Our campaigns should be about issues, a contestation of ideas that promote the welfare of our people and the progress of our country.”
He expressed his commitment, as leader of the country, to a peaceful, free, and fair election, urging political leaders and supporters across party lines to conduct themselves responsibly.
Tinubu stated: “I have said that being in different political parties or pursuing different ambitions does not make us 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.”
The President reiterated his previous directive to the security agencies to be strict and firm against anyone seeking to test his government’s resolve and will to preserve public order.
He added: ” Our administration is committed to an orderly and peaceful election, and all political parties and candidates should be protected and free to campaign anywhere in the country without molestation or fear for their satety.
“We shall not tolerate any irresponsible conduct by politicians and their supporters.
“Security agencies are, therefore, authorised to confront thuggery and other anti-social and anti-democratic activities with full force.”
