…to associates and family members and that funds were being paid to groups to prevent violence and other vices. Responding to the allegations, Cobham questioned Eba’s credibility to make such accusations, citing allegations previously levelled against him during his time as Director-General of the state’s Due Process Of…

…conspiracy, insisting that the democratic process must be allowed to thrive without violence. “No amount of threats, intimidation, political conspiracy or shedding of innocent blood will be enough to stop an idea whose time has come for fulfilment,” he declared. The development comes against the backdrop of intensified…

…personally attended the ceremony to demonstrate his commitment to preventing electoral violence. "I told them (opposition) that whatever they signed there was null and void because they are not parties to the election. In all the candidates in this election, the President of Nigeria is the number one controller of viol…

…is also aimed at preventing political disagreements and competition from escalating into violence before, during and after elections, particularly in a country with a history of election-related clashes and tensions. President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume,…

…Nigerians rather than trading personal attacks or using language that could incite violence. He described elections as "competitive job interviews before the electorate," adding that voters deserved concrete debates on economic growth, national security, infrastructure, healthcare, education and social inclusion, with…

…citizens are enabled to exercise their democratic rights without fear, intimidation or violence. “Nigeria’s democracy must be protected, and every Nigerian must have the confidence that their vote matters,” he tweeted. 2027: ‘No mercy for terrorist-politicians’ – Seriake Dickson

…of how sophisticated, can guarantee peaceful elections if political actors choose violence over dialogue. He also said no electoral law could succeed where misinformation was allowed to replace truth, stressing that credible and peaceful elections were a shared responsibility among all stakeholders. Musa spoke as guest…

…structure. When insecurity prevents citizens from voting, democracy is diminished. When violence determines access to polling units, sovereignty is stolen from the people. When armed groups, political enforcers or criminal networks interfere with electoral choices, the ballot loses its moral authority. “Thomas Hobbes w…

…Council, TICC, has commenced the final stage of documenting victims of election-related violence recorded before, during and immediately after the Osun State Governorship Election. The council, in a statement issued in Osogbo on Tuesday by its spokesperson, Pelumi Olajengbesi, extended its sympathies to individuals and…

…campaigns for the 2027 general elections. The parties and the candidates pledged to shun violence, hate speech, personal attacks, misinformation and other forms of conduct capable of undermining the electoral process. The signing ceremony, organised by the National Peace Committee in partnership with The Kukah Centre,…

…safeguarding Christian communities and identified concrete steps to protect those facing violence, while pledging to hold countries accountable for ensuring Christians can practise their faith free from threat or persecution. However, quoting Hooker, Moore said, “DO NOT remove the CPC designation for Nigeria. They have…

…who physically attack victims. According to him, people who mobilise crowds, incite violence, film and circulate footage, or prevent police officers from intervening could also face criminal charges where applicable. He cited Sections 319 and 221 of the Criminal and Penal Codes on murder, as well as Section 516 on cons…

…He alleged that people who signed previous peace accords in Osun State later engaged in violence. “The people who signed the peace accord in Osun State killed 50 people after they signed the peace accord. “So if you meant anything at all, why would you sign the peace accord and then go and carry a gun after that and ki…

…15 governorship election as proof that similar pacts have failed to prevent political violence in the past. Sowore made the claim while fielding questions from our correspondent when he spoke to journalists on the sidelines of the National Peace Accord signing ceremony organised by the National Peace Committee, chaired…

…"8. I WILL NOT VOTE FOR A PRESIDENT WHO SAID ALL IS FAIR IN POLITICS..(BALLOT SNATCHING, VIOLENCE,CORRUPTION, RIGGING,INTIMIDATION,MISUSE OF INSTITUTIONS ETC.) "9. I WILL NOT VOTE FOR A PRESIDENT WHO TOOK LOAN MORE THAN ANY OTHER PRESIDENT IN OUR HISTORY AND NOTHING TO SHOW FOR IT. "10. I WILL NOT VOTE FOR A PRESIDENT…

…for promoting fact-based public discourse and rejecting narratives designed to incite violence or undermine confidence in democratic institutions,” he said. Speaking, former Governor of Zamfara State, AbdulAziz Yari, warned politicians against using insecurity as a tool to win the hearts of citizens. Yari said the figh…

…of Police, Tunde Disu, has declared a nationwide crackdown on jungle justice and mob violence, warning that anyone involved in assaulting or k!lling a suspected criminal outside the law will face criminal prosecution. The IGP gave this directive in a video message on social media. According to the IGP, the directive be…

…to minors, such as restrictions when dealing with content related to self-harm, violence, eating disorders and graphic sexuality. The program also offers more frequent break reminders, blackout “quiet hours” and Study Mode, which responds to users with guiding questions instead of popping out direct answers “to help te…

…Political Thought have called for a thorough investigation into allegations of inciting violence against Senator Francis Fadahunsi, following statements reportedly made during the build-up to Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The civil society organisations also commended the people of Osun State for their r…

…across the country, including killings, kidnappings, banditry, terrorism and communal violence. The National Human Rights Commission said its Human Rights Observatory documented 651 kidnapping incidents and 492 killings between January and March 2026, with the North-Central, North-West and North-East among the worst af…

…of some of the affected residences across Ikire and Ikoyi following reports of political violence and vandalism. In a statement on X on Monday, he said the inspection covered the residence of Ambali Kondo in Ikoyi, as well as the homes of Owodunni Abiodun, popularly known as Wocco, and Taofeeq Ajagun, also known as Ult…

…the coronation anniversary of his father, the late Ogiame Atuwatse II, degenerated into violence in the early 1990s. “It led to violence and devastation from which, three decades later, Warri has yet to fully recover,” he said, attributing the crisis to pride and what he called “negative and destructive energies.” He n…

A senseless act of violence - Man mourns his little sister k!lled by suspected herdsmen in fresh Benue attack A bereaved man, Amise Friday Johnson has mourned his young sister who was k!lled by suspected armed herdsmen in Benue State. LIB reported that suspected armed attackers have reportedly k!lled several people and…

…country has been wracked since 2012 by a serious security crisis, notably fuelled by violence from jihadists allied to Al-Qaeda or the Islamic State group, along with criminal gangs and armed separatists. AFP

…The party alleged that the heavy security deployment, coupled with what it described as violence, arrests and intimidation, failed to discourage voters and instead strengthened their determination to participate. It said the result demonstrated that Nigerians could change governments peacefully through the ballot box,…