2027: Stakeholders Call for Action Against Electoral Violence

In a bid to address the rising concerns over electoral violence in the 2027 general elections, various stakeholders have called for stricter enforcement of electoral laws, prosecution of offenders, and accountability for political actors. The call was made at the sixth edition of the Frontier Discourse Annual Conference, which held recently in Abuja. According to Favour Ulebor of Vanguard News, the stakeholders expressed their concerns over the rising incidents of violence during elections, and the need for decisive action to prevent a repeat in the upcoming elections. Among the stakeholders was human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, who urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) prosecution unit and the police to take action against politicians who sponsor thugs. He emphasized the need for strict enforcement of electoral laws and the prosecution of offenders to serve as a deterrent for others. The police, on their part, warned politicians against sponsoring thugs during elections, stating that anyone caught would be prosecuted according to the law. The call for action against electoral violence is particularly important in light of the increasing number of incidents during past elections. As Nigerians prepare for the 2027 general elections, the need for a peaceful and fair electoral process cannot be overemphasized. It is hoped that the calls made by the stakeholders will be heeded and implemented to ensure a peaceful and violence-free elections in 2027.