{
  "id": 1779155,
  "title": "2027 Peace Accord: APC rejects violence, hate speech, misinformation -Tinubu",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/2027-peace-accord-apc-rejects-violence-hate-speech-misinformation-1779155",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T19:24:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/2027-peace-accord-apc-rejects-violence-hate-speech-misinformation-tinubu/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Bola Tinubu cautioned political parties, candidates, and signatories to the 2027 peace accord against using ethnic, religious, and primordial divisions for political gain. During the signing ceremony, Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, stressed that campaign activities should not weaken national unity or compromise social stability. The president acknowledged that political disagreements are part of a functioning democracy, but warned against resorting to divisive sentiments. Tinubu called for constructive debate, focusing on policies that foster national development and enhance citizens' welfare. He emphasized the APC's commitment to rejecting electoral violence, hate speech, misinformation, and disinformation, especially via social media and AI platforms. Tinubu praised the National Peace Committee, chaired by General Abdulsalami Abubakar, for its work in organizing peace pacts since 2014. He also highlighted recent electoral reforms by the Independent National Electoral Commission, such as the Permanent Voter's Card and the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System, which have improved election transparency and reduced ballot manipulation.",
  "summary": "President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have committed to the 2027 Peace Accord, rejecting violence, hate speech, and misinformation. According to Punch, Tinubu warned against using ethnic, religious, and primordial divisions to gain political office, stressing that campaign activities must not weaken national unity or jeopardize social stability.\n\nThe 2027 Peace Accord was signed in Abuja by presidential candidates and national chairmen of major political parties, as reported by Daily Post Nigeria. The signing ceremony, organized by the National Peace Committee, was attended by representatives of political parties, electoral officials, security agencies, and diplomats. Tinubu was represented at the event by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.\n\nTinubu, as quoted by Punch, emphasized that while political disagreements and competing visions are standard elements of a functioning democracy, campaign activities must be conducted in ways that strengthen national unity. He called on political stakeholders to focus on constructive debate, policies, and practical programs aimed at improving the country.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "2027 Peace Accord: APC rejects violence, hate speech, misinformation -Tinubu",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/2027-peace-accord-apc-rejects-violence-hate-speech-misinformation",
        "published": "2026-08-18T19:12:33.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}