…observer organisation, Kimpact Development Initiative, has said 17 election-related violence incidents were recorded across 10 Local Government Areas of Osun State during the August 15, 2026 governorship election, with more than 44 victims recorded. KDI stated that the incidents, which included gunshots, physical assau…

…multiple regions, including Boko Haram and ISWAP attacks in the North-East, bandit violence in the North-West, IPOB separatist activities in the South-East, and kidnapping in the South-West. These crises have claimed thousands of lives and displaced many more.Atiku's security blueprint"What I will do in the first 100 d…

…where voters, electoral officials or political actors were exposed to intimidation and violence. The coalition, however, urged the security agencies to sustain professionalism, neutrality and restraint during future elections. It also praised the people of Osun State for participating in the electoral process, describi…

…it deserves. The security agencies must not wait until threats translate into violence before acting. “Furthermore, Imo PDP notes that this is not the first time the APC is employing the antics of intimidation of voters in an election, as in the last governorship election in the state, the party went as far as brazenly…

…Police Command on Thursday warned politicians and other individuals sponsoring political violence ahead of the 2027 general elections that they would be identified, investigated and arrested, regardless of their political affiliation. The command also cautioned youths against allowing themselves to be recruited as inst…

…digital spaces were exploiting young people’s vulnerabilities by using them as tools for violence and societal disruption. According to him, the campaign would educate youths on the dangers of political and digital thuggery, empower them to recognise their potential and encourage them to become active partners in commu…

…campaigns should address matters that affect national development, rather than encourage violence, intimidation and the use of political thugs. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by the group’s National Chairman, Yetunde Akinluyi and National Secretary-General, Kolawole Verrals, and issued by its National…

…continue to face barriers in accessing justice. “Too often, children who are victims of violence, abuse, exploitation, neglect, trafficking, child marriage, harmful traditional practices, or who come into conflict with the law find themselves without adequate legal support when they need it most. “For these children, l…

…and divisive political content. The NBC warned against content capable of inciting violence, promoting hatred, threatening public order or deepening ethnic, religious, regional or political divisions. It also cautioned broadcasters and other information disseminators against spreading election results or projections fr…

…be established across the state to seek divine intervention for peaceful campaigns and a violence-free electoral process. The PFN chairman said the fellowship was particularly impressed by the governor’s handling of potentially volatile situations and his efforts to maintain peace in the state. He also disclosed that t…

…communitiesWashington urged the Nigerian government to hold those responsible for the violence accountablePAY ATTENTION: Mark Legit.ng as a preferred source, and our content will appear higher in your Google feed!The United States government has condemned an attack in Nigeria's Plateau State that left dozens of people…

…mission, Mark said Nigerians must be allowed to choose their leaders freely, without violence, intimidation, manipulation or the abuse of state institutions. The warning came against the backdrop of the violence recorded during the recently concluded Osun State governorship election, where no fewer than 30 people were…

…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…