As the 2027 general elections draw nearer, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan SAN, has urged traditional rulers to intervene and rein in politicians who engage in violence, hostility, and mudslinging during campaigns. Speaking at an event in Minna, Niger State, the INEC Chairman expressed concerns over the escalating political tension and the potential for widespread violence as the elections approach.
Prof. Amupitan implored traditional rulers to use their influence and cultural authority to keep politicians in check, emphasizing that their intervention is crucial for maintaining peace and order during the election period.
This appeal comes amidst reports of increasing political tension across several states as parties jostle for positions ahead of the elections. The INEC Chairman’s call for traditional rulers to intervene signifies a renewed effort to ensure a peaceful and fair electoral process in Nigeria.
According to Vanguard News, the detailed report of Prof. Amupitan’s speech was delivered during an event in Minna, Niger State, but no specific date for the event was provided.
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