President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has condemned the spate of violence accompanying political activities across the country, warning politicians and their supporters against turning campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections into theatres of violence and intimidation.
The President also ordered security agencies to deal firmly with political thuggery and other anti-democratic activities, declaring that his administration would not tolerate any conduct capable of threatening public peace and order.
Tinubu made his position known in a State House press statement issued on Friday, November 13, 2026, following reports of violent incidents at political events in different parts of the country.
Condemning the attacks, the President insisted that political campaigns must focus on issues, competing ideas and policies that would improve the welfare of Nigerians and advance 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 stated.
Tinubu reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring a peaceful, free and fair election, urging political leaders and supporters across party lines to exercise restraint and conduct themselves responsibly.
“As the leader of this country, I commit myself to a peaceful, free, and fair election, and I urge political leaders and supporters across party lines to conduct themselves responsibly,” he said.
The President further cautioned against treating political opponents as enemies, stressing that differences in party affiliation and political ambitions should not undermine the shared identity and interests of Nigerians.
“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,” he added.
Reiterating his directive to security agencies, Tinubu urged them to remain strict and decisive against individuals seeking to undermine public order, warning that the government would not condone irresponsible behaviour by politicians or their supporters.
“I want to reiterate my previous directive to the security agencies: be strict and firm against anyone who seeks to test our resolve and will to preserve public order,” the President declared.
He also assured that all political parties and candidates would be protected and allowed to campaign freely in every part of the country without harassment, intimidation or fear for their safety.
According to him, the administration remains committed to an orderly and peaceful electoral process, regardless of political affiliations.
“We shall not tolerate any irresponsible conduct by politicians and their supporters,” Tinubu warned.
He consequently authorised security agencies to confront political thuggery and other activities capable of undermining democratic processes with full force.
“Security agencies are therefore authorised to confront thuggery and other anti-social and anti-democratic activities with full force,” he stated.
The President’s intervention comes as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections, with his administration reiterating its commitment to maintaining public order and protecting the democratic process.
