2027: Threatening remarks by APC members raise fears over Nigeria’s elections
As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, comments by some senior members and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have sparked public concern. Some of the statements have been described as threatening, intimidating or attempts to put pressure on voters to support the ruling party. One example is the controversy involving Osun […] 2027: Threatening remarks by APC members…
As Nigeria's 2027 general elections approach, senior members and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have made threatening remarks, causing public concern. These statements allegedly aim to pressure voters into supporting the ruling party. One notable incident involves Osun East Senator, Francis Fadahunsi, who faced accusations of threatening to kill opposition members.
Another incident includes an aide to the Kuje Area Council chairman who warned residents against voting against Tinubu and APC candidates. Recently, Borno State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Sainna Buba, sparked outrage with comments suggesting force could be used against those who oppose the APC. A Yobe State APC chairman was also reported to have told women to leave their marriages if their husbands refused to vote for the APC, later apologizing for the comment.
Journalist Tijjani Muhammad reported observing armed thugs during an APC rally in Kano, further fueling concerns about the safety of the electoral process. Legal experts warn that the Electoral Act and the Nigerian Constitution protect voters' rights to freely choose their representatives without fear, intimidation, or threats. However, there are concerns that such intimidating statements could deter voters and create a climate of fear, potentially undermining the credibility of the electoral process.
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