{
  "id": 3815152,
  "title": "2027: I won’t tolerate thuggery, Kano CP warns politicians",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/2027-i-wont-tolerate-thuggery-kano-cp-warns-politicians",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-27T18:57:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/2027-i-wont-tolerate-thuggery-kano-cp-warns-politicians/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has issued a stern warning to political parties, candidates and their supporters against engaging in hate speech, fake news, thuggery and other acts that could spark violence before the 2027 general elections. During a strategic meeting with political party leaders and contestants at the Police Officers’ Mess in Kano, Bakori emphasized the importance of conducting political activities peacefully and in accordance with the law. He noted that Kano’s significant population and political influence make it crucial for responsible political conduct to prevent potential violence, intimidation and property destruction. Bakori urged the political parties and candidates to refrain from hate speech, fake news, and incitement, both online and offline, while also rejecting violence and thuggery in all forms. He called on them to adhere to the Electoral Act 2022 and guidelines issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), including obtaining permits for rallies and other political gatherings. Representatives from INEC and 13 political parties present at the meeting supported the police command’s peace initiative, vowing to comply with the electoral guidelines. Bakori assured the political parties and contestants of a level playing field, stating that the police, along with other security agencies, would provide sufficient security for INEC facilities, candidates and campaign venues. He further announced plans to establish an Election Security Situation Room and a Complaint Response Desk to monitor developments and respond promptly to any security or electoral-related complaints. Bakori warned that anyone found violating public peace or committing electoral offences would face arrest and prosecution, regardless of their political affiliation. He urged political leaders and contestants to prioritize peace in their campaigns, encouraging them to adopt the slogan: “Peace First. Kano First. Nigeria First.” Bakori expressed optimism that with the cooperation of political actors and other stakeholders, Kano could serve as a model for peaceful and credible elections in 2027.",
  "summary": "The Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has warned political parties, candidates and their supporters against hate speech, fake news, thuggery and other acts capable of triggering violence ahead of the 2027 general elections. Bakori gave the warning at a strategic engagement with political party leaders and contestants held at the Police […]",
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    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "2027: Kano CP warns politicians against violence",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/2027-kano-cp-warns-politicians-against-violence",
        "published": "2026-08-27T22:00:16.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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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."
}