2027: Tinubu orders security agencies to crack down on political thuggery
“As the leader of this country, I commit myself to a peaceful, free, and fair election, and I urge political leaders and supporters across party lines to conduct themselves responsibly,” he said. The post 2027: Tinubu orders security agencies to crack down on political thuggery appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
This evening's news cycle featured political developments, diplomatic releases, a court case, and a football match. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa released Femi Fani-Kayode's speech after the Nigerian Ambassador protested its omission from the livestream. A prophet, Moses Idowu, was arraigned for filming the remains of late gospel singer Toluwanisings without consent at a morgue.
The Super Eagles secured a 3-1 victory over Tanzania in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Tolu Arokodare scoring twice. Nigeria will face Tanzania again in Dar es Salaam on Sunday. The Independent National Electoral Commission was ordered to restore Oladipupo Adebutu as the PDP's governorship candidate for the 2027 Ogun State elections.
President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to crack down on political violence and thuggery ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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