2027: Coalition Raises Alarm Over Attacks On Opposition Supporters
The Coalition for Democracy has raised alarm over alleged attacks on opposition supporters, intimidation of political actors and discriminatory restrictions on opposition campaigns ahead of the January 16, 2027 elections. It warned that the actions could undermine the credibility of the electoral process. The coalition, formerly known as the G100 Coalition, also accused […]
Ahead of Nigeria's January 16, 2027 elections, the Coalition for Democracy has expressed grave concerns over attacks on opposition supporters, political intimidation, and discriminatory measures hindering opposition campaigns. This coalition, formerly known as the G100 Coalition, claimed that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is deliberately reducing Nigeria's democratic space, favoring the ruling party over opposition parties.
The allegations were made in a statement released by Salihu Moh. Lukman, following a meeting of the coalition's Central Leadership Committee (CLC) in Abuja on November 4, 2026. Opposition supporters have reportedly faced attacks in Kaduna, Ibadan, Sokoto, and Cross River over the past 90 days. Hotels reserved for opposition delegates have cancelled bookings, and campaign offices have been sealed.
Campaign billboards for opposition parties in Edo State have been removed while those for the ruling party remain intact. The opposition parties also allege that seeking outdoor advertising spaces in the capital requires exorbitant charges, with one local government chairman telling residents to vote for the APC or leave their community.
The APC is accused of attempting to decide electoral conditions rather than merely win the election. The Coalition for Democracy raised serious questions about the transparency and fairness of the electoral process, expressing concern over the integrity of the voters' register. They alleged that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) missed a statutory deadline, discovered AI-generated pictures in the register, and removed over 1.27 million records.
The opposition parties questioned why no one has been held accountable for these irregularities and why parties haven't been given the opportunity to inspect the register independently. The coalition demanded immediate action, including providing electronic copies of the preliminary voters' register to all political parties and conducting an independent forensic audit before December 15.
They urged the Inspector-General of Police to ensure equal protection for all lawful political activities, publish the results of investigations into attacks on opposition supporters, and ensure state governments uphold equal campaign rules for all parties. The coalition emphasized that these actions threaten Nigerians' constitutional right to freely choose their leaders and called for vigilance from civil society organizations, the media, international partners, and Nigerians themselves.
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